An hour away from Osaka by bullet train, alongside the quiet stream with willows, the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter stands with its reflecting white walls. This quarter flourished throughout the Edo and Meiji periods (between the 17th and 20th century), creating a townscape with tradition and a Western mix. Here, you can take a boat…
In Japanese mythology, it is said that when the two gods Izanagi and Izanami stirred the surface of the chaotic land with the Ame-no-Numahoko ( the lance which was given by the first gods of Japan and still exists in the top of the mountain of Takachiho in Miyazaki prefecture), the drops of salt that…
Saga, a name some people recognize for its coolness as a prefecture, is located in northwest Kyushu, between Fukuoka and Nagasaki. It takes 50 min from Hakata station ( the biggest station in Kyushu in Fukuoka)by train which makes it also a day trip destination from Fukuoka. Saga Prefecture has many surprising attractions- for example,…
Tradition Meets New. Craftsman Towns in Okayama and Hiroshima Challenges Modern Clothing Culture An hour away by bullet train from Osaka is a destination that all Japanese denim jeans lovers head to; Kojima (Okayama) and Fukuyama (Hiroshima), nationally famous towns for denim manufacturers. You can entertain yourself with the whole culture surrounding this iconic item….
Did you know Kyushu is famous for their liquors? Kyushu is an island located in the southern part of Japan and is the third largest island in the country. This island has a long history and great natural beauty. It is home to one of the world’s largest volcanic calderas. Today, Kyushu still has 17…
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