Japan Japan’s Golden Week Explained: Holidays, History & Culture
In this article, we’ll explain “Golden Week” — a familiar part of life for Japanese people but surprisingly not well understood — in a simple and casual way!
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Japan Relax in Nature: 3 Tokyo Hotels with Japanese Gardens
In this article, we’ll introduce three exceptional hotels in Tokyo where you can enjoy the beauty of a Japanese garden.
Japan Japanese Castles: History, Role, and Why Most Disappeared
In this article, we’ll explore the origins, history, and evolving roles of Japanese castles, why so many disappeared, and highlight three of the best-preserved original castle towers you can visit today!
Japan Who is a Miko? (Japanese Shrine Maiden)
In this article, we will explore the role of miko from their origins in Japanese mythology to their modern-day duties, the requirements to become one, and even how you can experience being a miko yourself!
Japan Japanese Garden : Features, Styles, and Best Locations to go
Where can I experience the best of Japanese gardens? What makes them special?If you have these questions, this guide will introduce you to the essential features, how to enjoy them, and the best Japanese gardens to visit!
Japan Komuso Monks : Their Role in History and Games
Who Were the Komuso Monks?In this article, we will explore these questions, delving into their history, attire, and their appearances in video games.
Japan Takuhatsu : Japanese Buddhist monk on the street
Have you ever seen a monk standing silently in the street, holding a bowl and gazing straight ahead? Or perhaps you've noticed a monk walking through town chanting "Hoo~" in a low voice? You might have wondered what they were doing and why they seemed so solemn. This practice is called Takuhatsu, but why do monks perform Takuhatsu? In this article, we’ll explore the significance of Takuhatsu