The Basics of Evacuation in Japanese Culture
Did you know Japan is a country with a lot of natural disasters such as earthquakes, and there are many tremors happening every single moment? Do you know what you …
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 …
Japanese Traditions in October
Welcome back to my blog about Japanese lifestyle in October. Autumn has just begun, and it is said to be the best season for reading, appetite, sports and art in …
How Amazing Gyoza Is In Japan
Since my wife and I work until late, we often eat gyoza (餃子) as a simple dinner. Then, we were talking about how amazingly developed frozen gyoza did compared to …
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. …
What is Obon in Japan?
What is Obon? Generally speaking, Obon is held from the 13th to the 16th of August. Some areas hold it in July and September. Most companies are closed, and in …
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, …
Exploring ～Summer～ in Japan Through the Five Senses
I have just come back home from a 40-minute walk this morning in July. According to the Meteorological Agency, the rainy season has not gone yet as of July.16, 2023, …