Culture The Ryozens of Kyoto Arlene Bastion The large statue of Ryozen Kannon looms over moving war memorials, and graves at Ryozen Gokoku hold war dead and those who died for the modernization of
Culture Sakura - Japan in the Box Anna van Dyk Caught somewhere between anime, dance show, performance art and musical theatre, "Sakura Japan in the Box" is a spectacular showcase of Japan's rich heritage
20 Culture Yasaka Jinja of Kyoto Elena Lisina Yasaka Jinja is one of the most famous Shinto shrines of Kyoto. It was founded over 1350 years ago.
Culture The History of Sake Fiona Yoshitake A quick look at 2000 years of sake culture and history in Japan.
27 Culture Symbolic Plants of Japan Elena Lisina Many temples, shrines and other traditional places of Japan are decorated with special ornaments and emblems featuring flowers and plants.
27 Activities The Seascapes of Japan Elena Lisina Seascapes are a source of inspiration to artists as well as common people of Japan who feel the power, beauty and freedom of the ocean.
Food Impressions of Japanese Food Elena Lisina Japanese kitchens bring a lot of surprises. While many ingredients are familiar and shared with other countries, many, many more are not.
16 Culture The Castles of Japan Elena Lisina Castles of Japan are generally built on the same basic plan, and served as main fortresses and strongholds of warlords and clans.