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Training at Yamagata’s Yama-dera Temple: 1,000 Step Climb to Rid Your Earthly Desires!
“Ah, tranquility! Penetrating the very rock, a cicada’s voice”
This is one of the many masterpieces left by Basho Matsuo Read More…
Gunma’s “Shima Onsen” Hot Springs for a Unique and In-Depth Travel of Japan
When speaking of travelling in Japan, famous tourist destinations within the metropolises of Tokyo and Osaka are popular. However, if you venture out further, Read More…
Countryside Scenes: How King of Japanese Dried Fruits “Hoshigaki” Persimmons Are Made
In the Western countries dried fruits are often eaten as-is, or commonly added to cereals, used in granola bars or candies, etc. People might think Japanese people Read More…
Nagasaki’s “Unzen Ropeway”: Now is the Time to See the Amazing Fall Foliage!
On March 16th, 1934, Unzen was the first park in Japan to be designated as a national park along with the Setonai-kai National Park (Hiroshima) and Read More…
Okutama Area in Tokyo Suburb: Big Nature & Magnificent Autumn Leaves
Now the autumn is deepening in Japan. Many people may be wondering where to go to catch the best autumn foliage this year by getting information from Read More…
Shinmiya-San Fall Festival: Gallant Samurai Revive in Kikuchi, Kumamoto
In mid-October every year, Kikuchi City of Kumamoto Prefecture hosts an autumn festival during the festival period of Kikuchi Shrine. The local residents friendly Read More…
Fall Festivals in Japanese Tradition: Mikoshi, Happi & Dashi
“Wasshoi, Wasshoi” chant the Mikoshi carriers while carrying the portable shrine.
With vigorous chanting, we are introducing “mikoshi” portable Read More…
“Waguri”, 1 of World’s 4 Biggest Chestnuts: Finest “Tanbaguri” From Harvest to Market
The chestnut is one of autumn’s coveted tastes in Japan, and it is in season now. The Japanese chestnut, called as “waguri”, is one of the four biggest chestnuts in the world, Read More…
