29 Activities Golden Hours Elena Lisina Sunset is one of the most beautiful and impressive state of nature and is much appreciated by the Japanese. That admiration is reflected..
27 Culture Amazing Woodwork in Japan Elena Lisina Good samples of traditional architecture and decorations can still be found in Japan, particularly in the northern areas. The art..
15 Culture Shinto Shrine Ema Elena Lisina Ema are wooden plaques used for writing wishes or prayers to the deity of a Shinto shrine. Hung on special boards, ema can be purchased..
Activities My Summer Impressions Elena Lisina The advantages of a summer trip in Japan are the opportunities to watch cheerful summer festivals, enjoy good warm weather and climbing..
Culture My Week-Long Summer Trip to Japan Elena Lisina A one-week trip can be as complete as a longer one with good planning. Japan Travel is a good source of information and helped me..
Activities Green Shelter in Tokyo Elena Lisina My visit to Nezu Shrine, Gotokuji Temple and Shinjuku Gyoen one summer day was a great relief from the intense sun and heat. There..
21 Culture Fujinomiya City Elena Lisina There are two important places in Fujinomiya connected with Fuji-san – Mt. Fuji World Heritage Center and the Fujisan Hongu Se..
Culture The Heritage of Hokusai Katsushika Elena Lisina Some personal impressions after my visit to the Sumida Hokusai Museum. I saw the museum as a message to the next generation.