Historical The Making of Kamakura Daibutsu - 1 Tomoko Kamishima Knowing how Daibutsu was made (in the mid 13th century) is quite interesting and will help you appreciate your visit there much..
Culture Hongakuji Temple Hongakuji Temple (本覚寺) is dedicated to Ebisu, part of the Kamakura seven deities of good luck. The temple was founded by Ashikaga Mochiuji in 1436.
Culture Inside the Kamakura Daibutsu Cordelia Ding Are you planning to visit Kamakura as a side trip from Tokyo? If so, it must mean that you will visit the Daibutsu, or the Great..
Culture Doraemon Museum With Kids Sherilyn Siy The Fujiko F. Fujio Museum is a must-visit for fans of Doraemon. In this article, I share our experiences to temper expectations...
8 Culture Yamashita Park's Future Rose Garden Lily The Future Rose Garden, in Yamashita Park, Yokohama opens each spring in May & June and autumn in October & November. Reopened in..
Culture Negishi Forest Park Known in Japanese as ‘Negishi Shinrin Koen’, this is one of the largest parks in Yokohama with a surface area covering over 1800 square meters. Originally..
Culture Kawasaki Daishi Kawasaki Daishi is the popular name of Heiken-ji, a Buddhist temple in Kawasaki, Japan. Founded in 1128, it is the headquarters of the Chizan sect o..
Culture Yokohama Asahi Jazz Festival 2025 Late Aug The Yokohama Asahi Jazz Festival is a summer tradition in Asahi ward, and the event has been running for over 30 years.
