Culture Kitsune Fox Statues Elena Lisina A look at kitsune fox statues from Shinto shrines throughout Japan
Culture Japanese Homes Elena Lisina Staying with Japanese friends in their homes gave me a good opportunity to observe some common rules of housekeeping and to learn..
Food Yuba Soba at Lake Chuzenji Rachelle Joy Potente In Nikko, Oyasumi Dokoro Kiyo-Chan is a small restaurant across from Lake Chuzenji making grilled fish for you on the spot. The..
Culture Nine Days in Miyagi - Part 3 Elena Lisina The final 3 days of my trip to Miyagi. I rode a special anniversary train, visited Aoba Castle, the Anpanman Musuem and Oshima Island...
Culture Nine Days in Miyagi - Part 2 Elena Lisina Days 4-6. Ice Rink Sendai is famous for its connection with champion figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu. The Nanakita River area features..
Food Cheap and Convenient Places to Eat Elena Lisina Japan has many cheap and convenient places to eat. Be it self-service ticketing like Yoshinoya or family restaurants like Gusto,..
Culture Traditional Weddings in Japan Elena Lisina On weekends at Shinto shrines in Japan you can witness numerous wedding ceremonies wearing traditional wedding clothing
Culture The Life of Minamoto Yoshitsune Elena Lisina Minamoto no Yoshitsune was a samurai who lived in the 12th century and became a Japanese legend through his military victories and..
