Osaka Tondo Festival - An Experience Midst Flames and Snow
Osaka Tondo Festival is the biggest fire festivals in Osaka. And as such, it has become an integral part of Osaka’s culture.
February 2, 2017
Category: Culture (Page4)｜Taiken Japan
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5 Winter Days in Sapporo
My recent trip to Sapporo in Hokkaido left me in a state of wondrous high, desperately trying to cling to any memory made from the trip. So here is my recommendation for five magical winter days in Sapporo.
AttractionsFood & DrinkCultureHokkaido
February 1, 2017
"Demons Out, Luck In!" What is Setsubun?
Its closest Western relative is Spring Cleaning, only that is a physical clearing of the home, whereas Setsubun is a spiritual one.
February 1, 2017
15 Reasons Why Japan Is Awesome!
So, why exactly do I feel this way? What is it that is unique to Japan that makes me love it so?
January 27, 2017
Mii-dera: One of Japan's Four Largest Temples
Mii-dera (三井寺) also referred to as Onjo-ji is one of Japan’s four largest temples. It is also one of the 33 temples of the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage.
January 27, 2017
18 Things to Do in Yokohama
Let's see by categories what Yokohama has to offer to a curious tourist.
AttractionsCultureShoppingKanto
January 25, 2017
How to Have A Great Weekend in Kanazawa
Less than 3 hours by bullet train from Tokyo, not only is this place famous for having the glorious Kanazawa Castle, it is also the new ‘it place’ for many repeating tourists traveling in Japan.
AttractionsFood & DrinkCultureChubu
January 20, 2017
5 Grandmother's Wisdoms - Obaachan Life-hacks
Grandmother’s wisdom, or Obaachan no Chie, is a common term used for a certain kind of knowledge that helps us out in our daily lives. Grandmothers aren’t here to solve the biggest issues, but to help us take care of ourselves with easier and smarter ways.
January 17, 2017
Hidden Buddha of Rakuyaji
For the first time since their creation in the Heian period (794-1192), the twenty Buddhist statues that have been preserved at Rakuyaji Temple (Koka City, Shiga Prefecture) were displayed to the public at the Tokyo National Museum in Ueno in an exhibit titled The Secret Buddha of Rakuyaji. The statues at the Hidden Buddha of Rakuyaji exhibit at the Tokyo National Museum in Ueno were truly an experience that someone outside of a religious field would normally be unable to experience.
January 17, 2017
5 Souvenir Tips at Don Quijote
We have gathered some original souvenirs and money saving souvenir tips for purchases that you can make in Don Quijote.
January 14, 2017
5 Expectations vs Realities of Japanese Culture
Here are five things you might expect about Japan but the reality might change your opinion of the country!
January 13, 2017
Once in a Lifetime: My Homestay Experience in Japan
I believed I would have a memorable time with them and boy was I right!
January 12, 2017
10 Japan-Themed New Year’s Resolution Ideas
Instead of the usual “lose weight”, “get a better job” or “go to the gym every Tuesday” scenario, why not base a realistic (and, let’s face it – fun) Japan or Japanese-based resolution that you can try alone or with friends? How about it?
January 11, 2017
Distinguishing between Japanese Shrines and Temples
Did you know the differences between a shrine and a temple in Japan? There are some unique observable feature that can help you find the differences.
January 9, 2017
How to Beat the Winter Blues in Japan
Winter is beautiful and to enjoy it you need to beat the winter blues. Here are some great tips for making the best of Japan in winter.
CultureShoppingEventsAll Japan
January 6, 2017
Some Occasional Greetings in Japanese
It’s the time to welcome a New Year. If this is your first New Year day in Japan, these greeting words should really help. Did you wish your friends and colleagues a ‘Happy New Year’ in Japanese?
January 5, 2017
Feels Like Being Inside The Meiji Era!: A Visit to the Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery
With each picture being 3 meters high, you would feel like being inside a Meiji Period picture book!
January 2, 2017
Kagami Mochi – Let's welcome the Japanese New Year with traditional rice cake
From late November until the beginning of January, you will start seeing two-layered mochi varieties in different sizes for sale in supermarkets, convenience stores and food stalls everywhere. Let’s take a look into the tradition of the “kagami mochi!”
Food & DrinkCultureEventsAll Japan
December 29, 2016
