14 Culture Beneath the Feet Elena Lisina Japanese manhole covers, pavements, and surfaces can provide some informative and interesting sightseeing opportunities.
16 Culture Grand Shinto Symbols Elena Lisina All Shinto shrines feature symbols that are common to the faith but some symbols stand out by virtue of their size, quantity or..
37 Culture Autumn Gifts of Nature Elena Lisina Autumn is as equally regarded as spring in Japan for its beautiful colours. Along with autumn colours, you can find many flowers..
Culture Respect and Cleanliness Elena Lisina The cleanliness of public places in Japan shows the great respect the Japanese have towards their country.
Culture Japanese Temple Guardians Elena Lisina Nio are the two warrior guardians often found standing outside the entrance to Buddhist temples. Their open and closed mouths represent..
Shopping Two Fashion Streets of Tokyo Elena Lisina Takeshita Dori is popular with young people while Jizo Dori is popular with seniorse. Both streets are always crowded and interesting..
Culture Nine Days in Miyagi - Part 1 Elena Lisina My first 3 days in Miyagi saw me visiting Sendai City via its shuttle bus, an unforgettable boat cruise to the picturesque Matsushima..
Shopping Retail Shopping in Japan Elena Lisina There are a great variety shopping opportunities in Japan. Among them are the large retail chains like Aoki, UNIQLO and Maruzen...