The very first time I came across a maiko, I knew not what she was. Then I read and read and read and…finally last summer in Kyoto, I almost became one. Read More…

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This is the second part of our stroll in Kyoto Arashiyama. As we have finished lunch break and replenished our energy, let’s start walking and enjoy our stroll until Read More…

Kyoto is famous as Japan’s ancient capital. Recently in 2014 and 2015 successively, it has ranked first place for popular cities for sightseeing in the world. As a sightseeing Read More…

Kakunodate area, located in Senboku City Akita Prefecture, flourished during the Edo Period as a castle town of Satake-Hokke clan. Buke-yashiki (samurai residence) Read More…

If you are a fan of Japan, we doubt you don’t know it, but do you know Nikko Edomura? Nikko Edomura is a distinctive amusement park with theme of Edo Period, Read More…

“Geta” had once been footwear worn daily in Japan. After World War II, along with the change of Japanese’s everyday clothes from Japanese to western, footwear has Read More…

Once you have come to Japan don’t you want to have the opportunity to try a kimono on? If your answer is yes, just read this article, we offer good news and special information Read More…

When it comes to Japanese traditional clothing, it is kimono. However the very item that brings out its gorgeousness is the obi (a sash). Obviously the impression of Read More…

Shopping in Shibuya and Harajuku is surely fun. But if you are also in search of a more genuine Japanese experience at a place filled with authentic Japanese atmosphere, Read More…