Culture Koinobori Festa 1000 2024 Apr 22nd - May 5th On May 5th, cities and villages throughout hold koinobori (carp-streamers) festivals in celebration of Children’s Day, a day to wish all children happy
15 Culture The Iconic Trees of Japan Elena Lisina Some kinds of trees in Japan have a special place and meaning, which can be useful to know for a better understanding of Japanese culture.
Culture Fudo Myo Elena Lisina Despite his formidable appearance, Fudo Myo is a defender and an assistant in achieving goals and his statues are often found near waterfalls, mountains
Culture 2024 Grand Sumo Tournaments Veronica Carnevale Every year, the Japan Sumo Association hosts six Grand Sumo Tournaments, or honbasho, and each competition lasts 15 days.
Museums At Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum Arlene Bastion This Museum is educational and enlightening.
Culture Bungu Joshi Haku Stationery Festival 2024 Mid Dec There are numerous things that Japan does exceptionally well, and one of them is stationery.
Culture Itsukushima Shrine 5 (7Reviews) The Itsukushima Shrine is located on the shores of Miyajima, an island in the Seto Inland Sea not far from Hiroshima city. While the name Itsukushima..
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