Origami is derived from the work “oru” meaning to fold, and “kami” which means paper. Origami is said to have originated from China during the second century. Origami has been a part of the Japanese culture along with sumo, sushi and karaoke. It is believed that origami was popularly used in Japan during the Heian […]
Want to take your writing skills to another level? Let’s experience the fine art of writing that has been practiced in Japan for centuries, the art of calligraphy. Many people are fascinated by calligraphy styles. Nowadays, it can be found online as a quoted text to a post on most social media platforms. Short courses […]
Children hold a special place in everyone’s heart. They spark a certain kind of joy which is incomparable to anything. That is how Japanese treasures their children very much. Thus, Japan holds several festivals dedicated to children. Below are some of the festivals celebrated in their honor. Seijin No Hi (Coming of Age) *Celebrated every […]
If you are visiting Japan, Kyoto is the first destination you should aim to. Kyoto is a large city located on the main island Honshu, in the Kansai region southwest of Lake Biwa. Former capital of Japan named Heian-kyo during the emperors’ era, it abounds in sanctuaries, historical temples and monuments classified as a World […]
Osaka, Japan is also known as “The Nation’s Kitchen” (天下の台所, tenka no daidokoro). It is the home to dozens of delicious foods and wonderful sights. As a famous Japanese proverb goes: Dress into ruin in Kyoto, eat in ruin in Osaka. From fine dining to delicious street food, here is the ultimate dining guide to Osaka’s most […]
Japan is very well-known for anime. Most kids from the 90’s grow up watching anime. For over forty years, anime has become an international phenomenon due to its distinct artwork and storyline. It is so influential that people reading manga are scattered everywhere in the globe. Japan is also the home of robots, ninjas, samurai, […]
Tired of the city life? Do you want to escape from the chaos of the big city? Take a deep breath and experience Akita City, Japan! This is a travel guide for first-timers to Akita. The following will be a list of tourist spots and attractions, where to stay, transportation, and food. Akita City is the […]
Hokkaido, the northernmost of Japan’s main islands, is known for its volcanoes, natural hot springs, and ski areas. Rugged Daisetsuzan National Park is home to steaming, volcanic Mount Asahi. Shikotsu-Tōya National Park contains caldera lakes, and geothermal springs. The best cities to visit in Hokkaido would be: Sapporo The island’s capital may be one of […]
Every country has a list of countless folktales that sometimes originated from a story of certain events or circumstances that can’t be explained by an individual. The ‘Yōkai’ in Japan, for instance, is a similar type of folklore where it’s referred to as a class of supernatural beings like monsters, phantoms, or a strange apparition with […]
Its already 2021 and even though the pandemic is still around, the determination and curiosity of people to travel has not yet halted. A lot of businesses in the country has been forced to close and some famous tourist locations has been restricted for safety reasons. Even some iconic vacation spots are also closing since […]
