Culture My Favorite Places in Japan: Shinto Shrines Elena Lisina Shinto is the national, ancient religion of Japan and its deities could be said to be the power of nature. Old trees and stones..
Food Ashitaba Everything Elizabeth S Ashitaba, a relative of the carrot, is widely grown in the southern part of the Kanto region and the Izu Islands. It's an extremely..
Culture The First Emperor of Japan Gary Luscombe Following in the footsteps of Emperor Jimmu as he made his way across Japan to found the first Empire. He faced many challenges..
Culture Tatami 101 Sherilyn Siy If you are living in an old Japanese house and wish to change the tatami mats, you might find our experience helpful. Here is what..
Shopping My Favorite Japanese Souvenirs: Shisa Kim Bergström Okinawa has an atmosphere which is distinctly different from the rest of Japan, and the souvenirs you can find here are quite unique,..
Culture Jigoro Kano, Educator and Father of Judo Elizabeth S Abiko City, Chiba Prefecture is the site of the villa of Kano Jigoro, educator and father of modern judo. The tiny park overlooking..
Culture 3 Reasons Why You Should Get a Goshuin Kim Bergström Goshuin, or shrine stamp books, make for an excellent keepsake for those living in or visiting Japan - for several reasons!
Food 農+Notice, an Italian Vege Restaurant Helen Xavier 農 Notice Restaurant is an Italian restaurant in Hamakita, Hamamatsu. The restaurant offers vegetarian and vegan foods and is ..