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Northern Kyoto: Discover Hidden Gems

Northern Kyoto has hidden gems with untouched nature that can't be seen in the central part of Kyoto. Amanohashidate, Ine and Kumihama etc., let's discover the unknown places in Northern Kyoto!

2021.04.22

Places to visit in Kyoto

Modern History of Japan: From Late 19th Century to Present Day

What happened in the modern history of Japan? Here is a brief overview of Japanese history from the late Edo period to the present day.

2021.04.20

History

Rainy Season in Japan: What to Expect and Things to Do

If you plan to visit Japan during the rainy season, don't be disappointed. Actually there are lots of reasons to visit this time of year. Here we explain what you should expect and things you can do during the rainy season in Japan!

2021.04.15

Travel tips

What is Kaiseki? Complete Guide to Beautiful Art of Japanese Cuisine

Kaiseki is a traditional Japanese cuisine which consists of serval dishes using seasonal ingredients and represent a spirit of wabi-sabi. In this article, we explain what is kaiseki, offer you some helpful tips and recommend some of the best restaurants in Tokyo.

2021.04.14

Food & Drinks

What is Shinto? Finding the Japanese Religion in Everyday Life

Shinto (or Shintoism) is a major religion in Japan. Even though people in Japan are not religious, Shinto is rooted deeply in daily lives without realizing it. In this article, we explained the concept and history of Shinto and where to find these beliefs in Japan, even in the popular Ghibli films.

2021.04.09

Religion

10 Off the Beaten Path Places in Japan

For your next travel, let's avoid the crowd and head to the beautiful off the beaten path places around Japan!

2021.04.05

Places to visit in Japan

Canada, Germany and Netherlands? 11 Unique Theme Parks to Travel around the World in Japan

Canada, Germany and Netherlands? There are unique theme parks which recreated the townscape of other countries in Japan.

2021.04.01

Places to visit in Japan

Koenji Awa Odori Festival And Related Events

Koenji Awa Odori Festival is a popular 2-day festival taking place in August. In this article we'll explain the history of the event and explain how you can learn the Awa Odori yourself!

2021.03.30

Culture

History of Japan: Heian Period (794-1185)

Heian period (794-1185) is considered as a turning point in Japan for cultural and political aspects. Here we introduce a brief history of the Heian Period!

2021.03.26

History

Culture

Maiko, Apprentice Geisha in Japan

The glorious world of Maiko looks perfect, but becoming Maiko is another story. Years of hard work and strict training, what process should it take to become Maiko, teenage apprentice Geisha in Kyoto?

2021.03.24

Culture