Culture
Symbolic Colors in Japan
Red, white, black, blue, gold, and violet colors are found quite often in Japanese traditions. This blog is dedicated to the meanings..
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Cemeteries in Japan
Japanese cemeteries are very different to western ones. They are associated with Buddhism and are usually located on temple grounds...
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The Iconic Trees of Japan
Some kinds of trees in Japan have a special place and meaning, which can be useful to know for a better understanding of Japanese..
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Bunkyo Azalea Festival
Impressive azalea garden at the Nezu Jinja Shrine in Tokyo during the Bunkyo Azalea Festival in the spring.
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My Special Moments
The blog is dedicated to my personal feelings from experiencing traditional Japanese icons such as sakura and other blooming flowers,..
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Kazari-kumade
Kazari-kumade are traditional rakes decorated with symbolic items with the idea of wishing a business good fortune in 'raking'..
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Men’s Traditional Japanese Clothing
Traditional national costumes are still popular in Japan. The men’s costume has some special features while its history can be..
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Emblems and Mascots of the Tokyo Olympics
This blog is dedicated to the difference and progress between the Tokyo Olympic Games of 1964 and 2020.
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Daitoku-ji Temple Complex in Kyoto
Katherine MooreThis large temple complex in North West Kyoto, with its many sub-temples and is a great place to become introduced to the obscure..
Koto-in, a Daitoku-ji Inner Temple
Tomoko KamishimaKoto-in Temple, established by Hosokawa Tadaoki (1563-1646) in 1601, is one of the many inner temples of Daitoku-ji Temple Complex...
Food
Regional Cuisine - Okayama
Sleiman AziziOkayama prefecture is home to a variety of local foods, both traditional and popular. Dishes like barazushi, shino udon, kusagina..
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Rainy Days at Kamakuragu Shrine
Steve MortonFor anyone wanting to experience a more relaxed side to this historical city, then Kamakuragu is the place to come