Arts & Crafts History of the Russian Matryoshka Elena Lisina The history of the Russian nesting doll named "Matryoshka" started in Japan.
Historical Edo-period Robots? Wonder of Karakuri 2021 Apr 21st - May 10th 2021 Past Event Delve into the fascinating world of karakuri ningyo
7 Historical Kamakura’s Jomyoji-ji Temple Steve Morton While most people flock to Kamakura’s more centrally located attractions, many great cultural gems including Jomyoji-ji temple..
9 Gardens & Parks Yokohama’s Shomyo-ji Temple Tomoko Kamishima Shomyo-ji Temple was established in 1258 as a family temple of Hojo Sanetoki, one of the Kamakura clans. The garden of the temple..
13 Temples & Shrines Kamakura Enshrined in Red Ink Carrie Jacobs Gosyuin, a hand drawn and red ink stamp, is a beautiful and unique way to document your visit to a temple or shrine.
Historical Connections: 150 Years of Modern Art in Japan & Fra... Nov 14th 2020 - Apr 4th 2021 Past Event The POLA Museum of Art in Hakone is celebrating the connection between Japan and France throughout 150 years of modern art. Ukiyo-e..
7 Traditional Visiting Odawara Castle Shehzad Lokhandwalla Built in the 1400s by Hojo Soun, Odawara Castle was taken down in the 1800s, then reconstructed in 1960 and remains today.
23 Historical Komainu Lion-like Statues Elena Lisina One can meet Komainu lion-like statues in many places in Japan, so they are one of the symbols of Shinto sacred places.
