Culture

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

What is Kawaii Culture in Japan?

Kawaii means cute in Japanese, but what is Kawaii Culture, and where can you immerse yourself in such a unique culture in Japan? Kawaii Culture is deeply connected with Japanese aesthetics for ages, and here is an ultimate guide for it!

2021.03.04

Cultural tips

How To Do The Shikoku 88 Temples Pilgrimage

Ohenro pilgrimage is an amazing circular route stretching 1,200km across the Shikoku region. Here we have listed how you can complete this spiritual journey yourself!

2021.02.15

Experiences

13 Snacks to Try at Japanese Convenience Store

Convenience stores in Japan have everything you need, and don't forget to try some of the best snacks they offer. Here we picked 13 popular snacks to try!

2021.02.08

Food & Drinks

The Old Japanese Names for the Months: Meanings and Origins

Interested in learning about the traditional Japanese lunisolar calendar and the unique meanings behind each name of the month? Join us as we break down the old Japanese month names, their unique kanji, and the historic origins for a cultural learning experience!

2020.12.30

Culture

6 Unique Shrines with Many Torii Gates in Japan

Not only Fushimi Inari in Kyoto, there are many shrines that have many torii gates in front. Here are the list of shrines which is also very photogenic and beautiful with vermilion torii gates!

2020.12.10

Places to visit in Japan

About Buddhist Temples in Japan

We provide an overview of Buddhist temples in Japan and their characteristics, next we will introduce some of the most famous Buddhist temples in Japan!

2020.12.09

Religion

A Complete Guide to Fushimi Inari Shrine

Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto is one of the highlights of Kyoto and over ten million Japanese and foreign tourists visit this shrine every year. In this article, we introduce everything you should to know about Fushimi Inari Shrine.

2020.11.20

Places to visit in Kyoto

How to Pray at Japanese Shinto Shrines

When you visit a shinto shrine in Japan, you want to avoid any trouble by doing something wrong. Learn the basic rules and manners including how to pray properly at a shrine before you visit!

2020.11.16

Cultural tips

An Overview of Shintoism and Buddhism in Japan – Differences and History

Shinto and Buddhism are the two main religions of Japan that peacefully coexist. In this article we will explain the differences between the two and how to recognize a shrine from a temple.

2020.10.22

Religion