Summer's here and for Japan, that means hot weather, exciting festivals, and fun cultural activities in every prefecture celebrated by all people young and old. With that said, Japan is the place to be this summer and here are 5 reasons why.
CultureFood & DrinkAll Japan
Koyomi
August 13, 2018
The Daibutsu (Great Buddha / 大仏) of Japan rank among the oldest, largest and most impressive in the world. Unbeknownst to most people there’s a very impressive Daibutsu statue in Japan’s capital.
CultureKanto
Dkun
August 10, 2018
Tucked away on the coast of Miyagi Prefecture is Matsushima, whose picturesque bay is one of the so-called Three Views of Japan. Matsushima is also home to a significant number of Buddhist temples with deep connections to Japanese history. Here’s a quick rundown of some of the most important.
CultureTohoku
Dorian Lidell
July 27, 2018
The Noh performances are basically unchanged since they began over 650 years ago. When you watch, or are lucky enough to actually participate, there is an unavoidable connection to the past. The movements and music are hauntingly beautiful and the whole experience was one I will never forget.
CultureTohoku
Emily Schilb
July 14, 2018
Japanese characters: for the first ten months I lived in Japan, I didn’t know how to read any of them. I was illiterate. When I walked the streets, I would look up at the signs on buildings and have no idea what they said.
CultureAll Japan
Dan Collins
July 7, 2018
However, Kabuki is a highly refined art form with many layers of meaning: for example the various make-up styles each hold different meanings and the audience interact in a particular way at particular moments-all of this can take years and many viewings to understand! To top it off, getting tickets can also prove pretty tricky, especially for a non-Japanese speaker.
CultureKanto
Francesca Le Lohe
June 13, 2018
But, amidst the country’s modernities is a reverence for the past, take Asakusa’s Sanja Matsuri for example.
CultureEventsKanto
Tomo Orihara
May 24, 2018
What was it like folding one thousand origami cranes? Not nearly as challenging as you might think! We began the task of folding our cranes in May about four months before the wedding.
AttractionsCultureChugoku
Emily Schilb
May 21, 2018
Ueno City’s Korea Town is actually very small! It’s so small, that you could probably walk around it and see all of the shops within five minutes. This gem is also quite hidden from sight and it’s quite tricky to find in such a large metropolis as Tokyo.
CultureFood & DrinkKanto
Koyomi
May 21, 2018
Every language has proverbs, and these nuggets of wisdom contain rich insights into the culture and mindset. Japan is no exception. Here are six examples of Japanese proverbs.
CultureAll Japan
Peter Leonard
May 2, 2018
This one-day itinerary relies on the monorail, starts from the furthest point, and ends in the heart of downtown, so that after a long day of sightseeing, you can kick back, watch the sunset at the beach, and maybe even take a dip before going out to enjoy some nightlife.
CultureFood & DrinkTravel TipsOkinawa
Emily Dickson
March 26, 2018
With some knowledge of the local dialect and the following guide, I am sure you will enjoy your stay at Toyama city. Any season is a great time–why not drop by for a visit?
CultureEventsTravel TipsChubu
Grace
March 13, 2018
Kawasaki is not just a Japanese motorcycle company, it is an industrial metropolis where visitors can wander and find an abundance of discovery. Here we look at the 20 best things to do in this amazing city just 1 hour from Tokyo.
AttractionsCultureShoppingTravel TipsKanto
Marina Lizio
March 1, 2018
Combined with the abundance of nature, the 10,000 square-meter site is also an outdoor architectural showcase of Japanese buildings, such as a small arbor hut, painting studio (where Hashimoto originally painted), temple, tea ceremony house, restaurant, the main residence and the museum.
CultureKansai
Alma Reyes
December 25, 2017
In Japan, New Years is a holiday of prime significance celebrating culture, family, friendships, and of course the future. Can you prepare yourself for New Years in Japan? Let's see what there is to know first.
CultureFood & DrinkAll Japan
Liam Carrigan
December 22, 2017
DisneySea is a wonderful destination any time of the year, but if you find yourself in the Tokyo area during the festive season and pine for a real Christmas atmosphere, DisneySea is unrivaled.
CultureKanto
Peter Leonard
December 22, 2017
If you love the season, but don't like the cold, the Ryukyu Islands invite to a mild but non-the-less eventful Christmas. Here are five things to do on Okinawa-honto this December.
CultureEventsOkinawa
Annabell
December 8, 2017
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Traditional Japanese Musical Instruments
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Pedaling 4 Paws 2018 – Cycling in the City
Cycling & Camping along the Sea of Japan, Ishikawa to Aomori
Koriyama City: an Unplanned Day Trip and Pleasant Surprise in Fukushima
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Tokyo's Hidden Daibutsu: the Subtly Exquisite Buddha Statue of Jōren Temple
The Japanese Serow: The Four-Legged Woods Dweller Native to Japan
Kunozan Toshogu Shrine
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