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 Bungu Joshi Haku Stationery Festival 2024 Mid Dec The Bungu Joshi-Haku 2020 is a celebration of stationery in its many forms
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
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..
Culture Sensoji Temple 4.2 (15Reviews) Senso-ji Temple (浅草寺, Sensōji) is a popular spot for omikuji, or fortunes. These auspicious sheets are offered in a multitude of languages, entic..
Temples & Shrines 5 Floating Torii Destinations in Japan Kim Japan is home to a myriad of shrines in all corners of the country, and they're marked by torii gates at their entrance.
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