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The Straw Ropes of Kashima Futami 14

The Straw Ropes of Kashima Futami

Anonymous

In early May, the straw rope between the twin rocks off Kashima Island is replaced. Spectators in fishing boats swarm around taking..

Ehime 1
Living in Rural Japan

Living in Rural Japan

Jamila Brown

Many don't see any merit in living in the rural areas of Japan. Few speak English and the nightlife is thin. However, rural..

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The History of Okinawa's Fine Arts

The History of Okinawa's Fine Arts

Oct 20th 2020 - Jun 27th 2021

A special exhibition at the Okinawa Prefectural Museum and Art Museum looks at the history of Okinawa's Fine Arts, and the event..

Okinawa 1 ¥400
Aoba Festival in Photos 11

Aoba Festival in Photos

Laura Welch

Aoba Festival is Sendai's biggest and most lively festival, held over a weekend in May. There's traditional dancing, performances,..

Miyagi