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…
Welcome to the world of Zen. Zen is a state of mind where your mind is free and uninhibited, so that you can hear sparrows singing carefully or you can be surrounded by the scent of flowers without being disturbed. Zen Zen is a practice aimed at discovering the truths within ourselves. It originated in…
Don’t Miss the Setouchi International Art Festival, Opportunity Once in Three Years Approximately 1 to 2 hours (by train) away from Osaka around the Seto Inland Sea, the “Setouchi” region will again attract global attention from art lovers next year. In celebration of marine nature and creativity, this location is known for its various installations…
We introduce you to an amazing hot spring area in Japan. Oita prefecture (especially Beppu region in Oita) is known as one of the best hot spring places in Japan along with Arima, Gero and Kusatsu. About Oita prefecture Oita is located on the eastern side of Kyushu island. It faces the ocean and is…
INDULGE IN A LOCAL FOODIE TRIP IN FUKUOKA Fukuoka is a prefecture located on Kyushu island in the southern part of Japan. Since ancient times, Fukuoka has been a major trading hub in Asia, especially with China and Korea. This is why Fukuoka is called the Entrance of Asia. Throughout its history, Fukuoka has received…
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