Kyoto International Manga Museum
Do you like Japanese manga? Japanese manga is highly popular worldwide and serves as one of the gateways for people from overseas to learn about Japanese culture. Furthermore, many Japanese …
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Matsuri (Fukagawa Hachiman Festival)
Index 1. About Fukagawa Hachiman Festival The festival of Tomioka Hachimangu, a shrine in downtown Tokyo, is also known as the Fukagawa Hachiman Festival. This festival is said to have …
What to See, Do, and Eat in Kyoto Tower!
Kyoto Tower: the iconic landmark of Kyoto that stands right in front of Kyoto Station. Can you guess what inspired its design? You might think it resembles a candle since …
Climbing Mt. Fuji -Fujinomiya route-
In August, 2023, I climbed Mt. Fuji, and this is my record. If climbing Mt. Fuji is on your bucket list, I hope this article will help you. ☆Who am …
Walking the Skyline Ridge – Traversing Mt. Tsurugi and Mt. Jirogyu
Japan is a country where three-quarters of its land is covered by mountainous terrain.Although Mt. Fuji is famous, Japan boasts numerous other breathtaking mountains, each with its own unique appeal. …
Exploring Hirakata City Station
Hirakata City is located in the northeastern part of Osaka Prefecture, about halfway between Osaka City and Kyoto City on the Keihan Railway. Hirakata is famous for its amusement park, …
Zoorasia
What can you see? Can you find something cool in this picture? Today, I’m walking in a huge zoo. In my eyes, this is not just an ordinary zoo but …
Let’s eat eeeeels! 〜Tokyo vs. Osaka～
Hi! I’m Rei. I’m in Tokyo. The other day, I was talking with my best friend Chisato, who lives in Osaka. ★★★★★Rei: It’s hot and muggy, isn’t it? I’m going …
Welcome to the “Owl Café”!
“Hey, guys! I’m an Indian Eagle Owl. When you think of owls, do you probably think of the Snowy Owl from Harry Potter? Of course, there’s a Snowy Owl that …
Exploring the Hidden Gems of Kyoto Station!
Have you seen the stunning glass structure at Kyoto Station? It’s hard to believe it’s part of the ancient capital, right? This uniquely innovative, aesthetic, and eccentric Kyoto Station Building …