Culture Amazing Visit with Totoro Elena Lisina Meeting popular character Totoro at the Ghibli Museum is an exciting experience. Japan Travel provides that unique opportunity!
29 Culture Traditional Dolls of Japan Elena Lisina The Yokohama Doll Museum features a rich collection of traditional Japanese dolls. Unlike other countries, most Japanese dolls are..
12 Culture Jizo, Japan's Guardian of Travellers Elena Lisina Learning about Jizo statues, I discovered that they are the patron deity of travellers. Jizo statues are everywhere in Japan.
Culture Shichi-Fuku-Jin Sculptures in Ito Elena Lisina The names and description of the Shichi-Fuku-Jin or the Seven Gods of Good Luck that are popular in Japan, particularly before the..
17 Culture Nihon Minaken Elena Lisina Nihon Minkaen is an open-air museum featuring a good collection of old houses from all over Japan. The houses reveal old construction..
Culture Kitsune Fox Statues Elena Lisina A look at kitsune fox statues from Shinto shrines throughout Japan
Culture Japanese Homes Elena Lisina Staying with Japanese friends in their homes gave me a good opportunity to observe some common rules of housekeeping and to learn..
10 Culture The Sendai International Center Elena Lisina The Sendai International Center is a multi-purpose building hosting all sorts of events including conventions, exhibitions, workshops..