In Japan, Shinto is one of the most common religion of the nation. It is like animism, people worship the nature, their ancestors, or even national hero. They say there are 8 million gods, it is very easily to say everything has god in it. There are many unique god you can ever imagine, in […]
Learm more“Hinamatsuri” or Girl’s Day is a festival celebrating the health and growth of girls, held on March 3rd of every year. Japanese households display Girl’s Day Dolls or “hina-ningyo”, little girls dress up in kimonos and eat “chirashizushi”, a special type of sushi, and a snack called “hina-arare” made of sweetened rice kernels. Chirashizushi Chirashizushi […]
Learm moreBelieve it or not, it’s almost spring! Springtime is a time of change, new beginnings and renewal. The school year ends end in March and the new year begins in April. Companies also follow a similar calendar. The spring is a very important time for farmers to make preparations for planting rice. It’s also a […]
Learm moreValentine’s Day is mostly all about the romance and men trying to sweep that special lady off their feet, giving them flowers, chocolates, jewelry, etc. Whereas, it’s a little bit different in Japan. It’s difficult for most Japanese, in general, to outright express their true feelings, so this holiday is a chance to show their […]
Learm moreIt’s almost Valentine’s Day, which means there are Valentine’s Day chocolate shopping events at department stores in Tokyo. Of course they sell normal chocolates, but they also sell cute ones, or very “Japanese” ones that would make great gifts. Below are two department stores holding Valentine’s Day events and some of the interesting chocolates that […]
Learm moreTemples in Kamakura are especially gorgeous and charming during the blooming season of the hydrangea. They’re are in full bloom from about mid-June to earl July. Meigetsuin Temple and Tokeiji Temple are best known for their hydrangeas. Hasedera Temple Enjoy more than 40 kinds of hydrangeas while walking up the hills of Hasedera Temple. From […]
Learm moreTokyo is truly an awe-inspiring city, with it’s massive public transportation, it’s overwhelming human traffic and a plethora of restaurants, shopping centers and entertainment venues. Nonetheless, one thing the city does seem to lack at times is a little bit of green. Yes, there are parks, gardens and pockets of nature around Tokyo to give […]
Learm moreIt is getting warm! Cherry blossom will be in bloom soon!! Here is the forecast. Cherry blossoms will be in full bloom on around 5th April in Tokyo, I guess. Let’s enjoy cherry blossoms! We’ve prepared 3 different cherry blossom (sakura) walking tours to help you get the most out of this beautiful yet short-lived […]
Learm moreNew Year’s Holiday is by far the most important holiday of Japan. Traditionally people go back to their family home and spend holiday season as a family. In Tokyo many people went back home for the holiday season, so many shops will be closed or operated on unusual schedule. For the temples and shrines they […]
Learm moreEverything is different time schedule in new year week. So it is difficult to enjoy it. Here is the tips how to spend new year week. Time surely flies… Have you decided on what to do on the last day of the year? Most Japanese return to their hometowns over the New Year break and […]
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