When it comes to June…
When it comes to June, many people probably think of Japan as being hot and humid, which can be quite unpleasant. Yes, that’s correct. Since ancient times, the Japanese have …
Nature
Umbrella Stories
Do you like rainy days?I guess most people don’t really like rain. Particularly in Japan, since it rains a lot throughout the year. It’s common to commute to work or …
Recommended Parks to Visit in Osaka
Osaka is an urban city, and there are a lot of sightseeing spots here and there. I imagine you would like to visit USJ or Kaiyukan Aquarium, but it doesn’t …
Sakura: The Eternal Cycle of Beauty – Blossoms, Greens, and Renewal
Cherry Blossom Rolled Cake made by minosuke* After a long, cold winter, under the blue sky, people walk while looking up at cherry trees. In the stores, there are various …
How to walk around the Sapporo Snow Festival
Do you know about the Sapporo Snow Festival? It is an annual festival which is held in February in Sapporo, which is located in the center of Hokkaido and has …
My Year – from a tree –
Hi! I’m a tree. I live in a park in Japan. Here’s my year-round diary. ♪April Excited and a bit nervous first graders with yellow hats and brand-new randoseru show …
Auspicious Plants ー Pine, Bamboo, and Japanese Plum
Are you familiar with these three Japanese plants 松 (matsu), 竹 (take), and 梅 (ume)? These are pine, bamboo, and Japanese plum respectively. Japanese people often refer to them altogether …
Discover Teatopia Wazuka (和束), the Hidden Gem of Kyoto!
Do you see the serene and artistic beauty of these tea fields? This is Wazuka, a small town in the southern part of Kyoto Prefecture, which is renowned for its …
Minoh Park (箕面公園)
Have you ever heard of Minoh City? It’s located in the northern part of Osaka Prefecture and is surrounded by an abundance of nature. Today, I’ll introduce Minoh Park, which …
The Yodo River
The Yodo River (淀川) originates in Lake Biwa (琵琶湖), the largest lake in Japan, and is called the Seta River (瀬田川) in its upper reaches and the Uji River (宇治川) …