Culture Respect and Cleanliness Elena Lisina The cleanliness of public places in Japan shows the great respect the Japanese have towards their country.
Culture Japanese Temple Guardians Elena Lisina Nio are the two warrior guardians often found standing outside the entrance to Buddhist temples. Their open and closed mouths represent..
Food Kumagaya - Local Foods and Cuisine Sleiman Azizi Kumagaya's local rural themed cuisine includes udon noodles made from locally grown wheat, Buddhist inspired inari sushi, horumon..
Shopping Two Fashion Streets of Tokyo Elena Lisina Takeshita Dori is popular with young people while Jizo Dori is popular with seniorse. Both streets are always crowded and interesting..
Culture Nine Days in Miyagi - Part 1 Elena Lisina My first 3 days in Miyagi saw me visiting Sendai City via its shuttle bus, an unforgettable boat cruise to the picturesque Matsushima..
Shopping Retail Shopping in Japan Elena Lisina There are a great variety shopping opportunities in Japan. Among them are the large retail chains like Aoki, UNIQLO and Maruzen...
Food Seasonal and Unusual Foods Elena Lisina Japan values its seasonal foods with a change in the seasons brings about a change in the menu. Interestingly unusual foods can..
Culture Magic Mountain in Izumisano Arlene Bastion Inunakisan is a magical, mysterious, mountain, filled with strange statues, and the strong presence of Shugendo practice.