Arts & Culture

Dive into Japan’s rich tapestry of arts and culture. Explore traditional crafts, contemporary art scenes, and cultural practices that define this fascinating nation.

9 mins

New Year in Akita: 6 Snowiest Winter Festivals to Visit in 2025!

Celebrate the New Year in Akita with the region’s snowy winter festivals! In this article, we’ll delve into six of…

14 January 2025

Carissa Loh

5 mins

New Year in Akita: How Akita Locals Celebrate Oshogatsu

Celebrate the New Year in Akita as the locals do! From a torii gate by the lake to the iconic…

10 January 2025

JR East Station and Train Crew

4 mins

Sake 101: The Pour-fect Guide to Sake Drinking Etiquette

Japanese sake (酒), often referred to as Japanese rice wine or nihonshu (日本酒), is a traditional alcoholic beverage that has…

6 November 2024

Julia Yee

6 mins

Vineyard Voyages: Grape-Harvesting and Wine-Tasting in Japan

Japan may not be the first place that comes to mind when thinking about wine, but it boasts a burgeoning…

21 October 2024

Julia Yee

8 mins

YOBUNORU KAKUNODATE: Your Premier Charter Transport Service to Akita’s Famous Samurai Historical District of Kakunodate

Kakunodate is a famous historical district in Semboku City, Akita Prefecture. Known for its beautiful cherry blossoms in spring, and…

24 September 2024

Nazrul Buang

6 mins

Experience Tokyo Old and New: 3 Spots to Visit While Wearing a Yukata!

Hello! I am Elisa, a second year university student from Tokyo. When thinking of Tokyo, you might think that there…

3 September 2024

6 mins

Obon and Rice Paddy Art: Unveiling Japan’s Late Summer Charms

Japan’s late summer season is a time of vibrant cultural expression and deep-rooted traditions. The stunning rice paddy art and…

28 August 2024

Julia Yee

13 mins

Happy Marine Day! Exploring Japan’s Five Historical Port Cities

As we celebrate Marine Day (海の日) on 15 July this year, let’s honour the economic prosperity of maritime Japan by…

10 July 2024

Dawn Sim

4 mins

Somaro: Discover Preserved Tradition of Yamagata in the Heart of Sakata City

Are you interested in experiencing Japan’s rich culture and tradition in the port city of Sakata (酒田市)? Located in the…

28 June 2024

Sue Lynn

9 mins

The Timeless Art of “Wa” (和): 4 Must-Visit Pottery Towns in Japan

There are as many as 50 pottery towns in Japan boasting unique styles and techniques, distinguishing them from one another…

23 May 2024

Dawn Sim

9 mins

Shizuoka Green Tea: Uncovering the Secrets of Japan’s Tea Capital

Shizuoka, alongside Uji and Kagoshima, stands out as one of Japan’s premier green tea producing regions, responsible for around 40%…

20 May 2024

Dawn Sim

6 mins

Hyakumangoku Festival: Kanazawa’s Biggest Celebration

Held over three days, the Hyakumangoku Festival is a massive celebration of the history, culture, and traditions of Kanazawa and…

14 May 2024

Anna Wong

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