Customs How to Spend New Year’s Holidays in Japan
The New Year holiday is the most important holiday in Japan with many unique customs and events. In this blog we will share how to celebrate New Year in Japan!
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Places to visit in Tokyo The Secret of Sensoji: The Oldest Buddhist Temple in Tokyo!
Sensoji (浅草寺) is the symbolic temple which has over 1,300 years of history, which makes it the oldest Buddhist temple in the Tokyo area. Here we introduce the secret of Sensoji!
Places to visit in Kyoto 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.
Cultural tips 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!
To do in Tokyo The Best Sento Public Bath in Tokyo
Sento is a Japanese public bathhouse where you can experience a deep Japanese bathing culture. Here we listed up 10 best sento in Tokyo that you should visit!
Religion 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.
Experiences 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.
Tours & Workshops 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!
Experiences How To Get Tickets To Kabuki Shows
Kabuki is the Japan’s unique stage drama and one of the traditional arts. Kabuki is characterised by its unique costumes, make-up, various acting, elaborate stage techniques and performed by men only. This theatre form attracts not only large crowds of Japanese people, it is also growing in popularity among international tourists. When you visit Japan, we would you like to enjoy seeing Kabuki and visit Kabukiza Theater in Tokyo. Each month different programs and plays will be presented at the Kabukiza Theater. In this blog we will introduce how to get a Kabuki ticket!