Culture Historic Nara Sites Aim to Join UNESCO List Kim Bergström Jan 29, 2025 In an exciting development, Japan has officially recommended the ancient capitals of Asuka and Fujiwara (located in present-day..
Culture Shimoichi Hatsuichi Festival 2026 Thursday - Feb 12th Supermarkets and convenience stores are modern-day conveniences, but historically, hatsuichi (first market) events were places to..
Culture AN ANCIENT ART Alessio Pompeo This article tells the tradit of the Katana and the Samurai, symbols of power and honor in ancient Japan. It discusses the history..
Culture Nara Ikimono Museum Kim Bergström The Japanese word ikimono translates to living creatures in English, and the soon-to-open Nara Ikimono Museum will allow visit..
12 Accommodation Neold in Yoshino, Nara Masa Danovitz A collection of photos and my personal reflection from my visit to the Neold estate.
Culture Oyumi Hajime Festival 2026 Early Jan Nara's Oyamato Shrine holds their annual Oyumi Hajime Festival on January 4th. The purpose of the festival is to pray for good..