Culture

20 Best Spring Destinations in Japan

Spring is a great time to visit Japan and enjoy the rich abundance of nature. In this article we listed the best places to visit in spring for early-blooming sakura, cherry blossoms, other seasonal flowers and cultural spots!

2021.01.22

Places to visit in Japan

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

All 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 need 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

Explore The Best Pottery Villages of Japan

In this article, we'll have a closer look at the Japanese pottery and give you a list of the top places you should visit to experience the Japanese pottery.

2020.09.08

Experiences

Best Local & Cultural Experiences Near Tokyo

What better way to get to know the rich and fascinating culture of Japan through traditional forms of art that have charmed visitors for centuries. In this blog we will list the best experiences to seek out in and around Tokyo, have fun exploring!

2020.09.04

Tours & Workshops

12 Original Castles in Japan

Original castles means castles that have a castle tower (or main keep) built during the Edo period or earlier. Here's the 12 original castles to visit in Japan!

2020.09.01

History