Matsuri, or festivals, are held all over Japan. They’re lively, fun, entertaining, and a great way to experience Japanese culture. Are you thinking of checking out a Japanese festival when you visit Japan? Here are the words to know before you go!
Top 10 FUN Things to do in Japan!
Want to visit Japan, but not sure what to do or where to start? Here’s our list of the top 10 fun things to do in Japan that, when combined, will create the ultimate Japan experience!
What Happens During a Japanese Wedding Ceremony
What Happens During a Japanese Wedding Ceremony Have you ever been to a wedding in Japan? Do you imagine a traditional Japanese wedding ceremony to date back thousands of years? You may be surprised to learn that Shinto weddings, known in Japanese as shinzen kekkon (神前結婚), “Marriage before the gods”, did not actually begin in Japan until the early 20th century. … Read More
Things to do During SUMMER in Japan
Japan’s summer season is notoriously hot, but it’s also very fun! Here’s a list of the most popular activities to do during the summer months in Japan.
10 Rules to Know Before Traveling to Japan
How much do you know about Japanese manners and customs? Read up on the most important etiquette tips before traveling to Japan.
Balloon Fashion Show in Kurashiki, Japan
When it comes to fashion, Japan is arguably one of the biggest risk-takers in the entire world. Although Tokyo is known as being one of the major international fashion hubs, several other cities in Japan are home to forthcoming designers with promising potential.
Tatami – Traditional Japanese Flooring
Tatami (畳) is one of the most common design elements in traditional Japanese homes along with sliding shoji doors and the tokonoma with hanging scrolls.
Bushido: The Way of The Samurai Warrior
The term Bushido has long represented a broad spectrum of Japanese samurai values which carried different implications during various eras. Regardless of its iterations, “the way of the warrior” was a critical philosophy and code of conduct to guide martial rulers who held military and political power during feudal Japan.
Onsen and Sento: A Closer Look Into Japan’s Bathing Culture
Japan is a volcanically active country and that has given rise to natural hot springs known as onsen.
The Art of Ikebana: Origins and Styles
The Japanese are well known for their appreciation and reverence of the beauty of nature which is greatly influenced by