There are few things that manage to conjure up the sensation of summer like “furin.” Literally translated as “wind bell”, it indicates the wind...
Wasabitool is a talented photographer who takes breathtakingly beautiful photos of Japanese landscapes. Some of our readers may recall his photos of snow-blanketed Kyoto which we introduced earlier...
Throughout Japan, the ever-popular festivals and summer traditions have continued to be limited in response to the novel coronavirus pandemic. This is exactly the time...
(Last of two parts) Part 1: Gion Festival Amid the Pandemic: Smaller Events, Closer Communities No matter what happens, this is what I have...
(First of two parts) Kon-chiki-chin. Kon-chiki-chin. The sounds of the rhythmic ohayashi music heard throughout the city of Kyoto accentuates the Gion Festival, the...
One of the most important and most celebrated events happening in Japan during the summertime is Tanabata 七夕. This iconic event is celebrated on July 7th....
This is the season to be jolly! In Japan’s case, that means the season of summer festivals with delicious food stands, shaved ice, stir-fried noodles,...
Source: wagashi_sanchan The seasonal changes are often celebrated in Japanese art, and the art of confectionery is no different. Every year we are treated to a...
Superfly Performance: Photo Credit Masato Yokoyama Fuji Rock Music Festival 2019 kicked off its 23nd year on Friday 26 July, with a menu of music...
Despite the sweltering heat, there are pleasant surprises to be found in Japan during the summer season. Ice pops and watermelon. Fireworks and fireflies. And...
With a week to go till Japan’s iconic Fuji Rock festival, this year’s unusually lingering rainy season isn’t making music fans worried. The varied lineup...
Donguri Republic, the official Studio Ghibli merchandise store, have items to suit every type of Ghibli fan and are an elegant way to bring your...
