The Shikoku Pilgrimage is a circular shaped pilgrimage visiting temples and sacred sites where Kukai known as Kobo Daishi are believed to have trained around the 9th century. The island of Shikoku has a beautiful coastline, splendid scenery from the hills and mountains. Shikoku is known as the 88 temple trails. The route is 1.200 […]
Summer months are definitely here to stay when you see people visiting their regular Soba shops to eat either buckwheat Soba or white flour Somen noodles to cool off. Dip your cold strands of soba into a Soba choko ( small bowl for soba ) filled with cold Tsuyu, sprinkle some ground fresh wasabi and […]
In Japan, people consider watching fireworks with family and friends as a sign of welcoming the summer season. Just like they would be viewing the Sakura blossoms around Japan at the beginning of spring. Originally fireworks were used to ward off evil spirits, now a great entertainment for the entire family. Great chance for people […]
There is the typical Japanese summer event that takes place every year at the Art Aquarium Museum. The spectacular display of GoldFish, dynamic presentation that you don’t want to miss. On display on the 8th and 9th floor of Ginza Mitsukoshi in the new building produced by Hidetomo Kimur, you can enjoy the exhibit all […]
Japan’s summer is filled with wonderful, colorful festivals for the entire family to enjoy. One such festival will be held this year after being canceled for the past 3 years. Save July 9th and 10th to visit the temple grounds at Sensoji in Asakusa, great for photo shots, or just purchase the plant and decorate […]
Tanabata, Evening of the Seventh, also known as the Star Festival. Known to originate from the Chinese Qixi Festival. This is a celebration of the meeting of the deities Orihime ( Princess, daughter of the Sky King , Tentei). And Hikoboshi ( Male Star ) who got married, but prior to the marriage the princess […]
Things to do during the summer months in Tokyo and the surrounding areas. Spending time in Japan during the summer can be filled with an abundant amount of things to do and explore. Check out the TeamLabo Planets Tokyo. Make your reservations online and enjoy the spectacular show that the members of TeamLabo have put […]
Summer Festivals are just around the corner, happening everywhere in Tokyo and all around Japan. Fun time for families, with great street food vendors and many Japanese games to play as a family or just for children. Much of these festivals are sponsored by either shop merchants or the nearby shrines and temples. It is […]
Cherry blossom viewing or HANAMI season is approaching fast. Mid March and early May, expected date for Tokyo March 21, 2022 or even earlier. Magical time of the year in Japan is the blossoming of the Cherry trees, one after another from far south to the north. From Kumamoto to Kyoto. Tokyo to Sendai and […]
Hinamatsuri or Dolls Day/Girls Day, is a religious holiday in Japan, celebrated in various ways depending on the prefecture and areas. Every year on March 3rd, families with young girls celebrate by placing either their grandparents’ dolls that were passed down by generations or newly bought ones are displayed on a red carpet on either […]