夏日祭典：不可錯過的日本五大夏日祭典
日本的夏天，最具代表性的活動就是各種在各個地區舉行的祭典，這些祭典代表了這個國家的豐富文化、歷史和各地區的特殊風俗。在七月和八月，甚至九月初的這幾個月裡，幾乎每個星期都會有各式各樣的夏日祭典，或稱為夏祭り ，從精心裝飾的花轎到點亮夏日夜空的絢麗煙火，再到令人眼花繚亂的舞蹈表演，活動多到不勝枚舉。
Natsu Matsuri: 5 Must-Visit Summer Festivals in Japan
Summer in Japan is synonymous with vibrant festivals that celebrate the country’s rich culture, history, and community spirit. Throughout the months July and August, and even early September, almost every week is jam-packed with a myriad of summer festivals, or natsu matsuri (夏祭り), featuring everything from elaborately decorated floats, to fantastic fireworks that light up […]
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 paying tribute to these five historic international ports.
Tsuyu & Minazuki: A Guide to Japan’s Rainy Season in The “Month of Water”
With a higher amount of rainfall as compared to other months of the year, it is no wonder that June is called the “month of water”, or minazuki (水無月) in Japan. June is also commonly known as tsuyu (梅雨—the kanji can also be read as baiu). What is Tsuyu? Tsuyu literally means “plum rain” due to it coinciding with the season in which plum […]
日本的梅雨季節：必訪的繡球花景點
如果您正計劃在雨季訪問日本，可以閱讀這篇指南，將會了解更多關於繡球花的資訊，以及在繡球花的最佳觀賞地點。
Tsuyu in Japan: Must-Visit Spots for Hydrangeas During the Rainy Season
During Japan’s rainy season, otherwise known as tsuyu (梅雨), a particular flower strives in the wet conditions and shines through the gloom. Hydrangea is the quintessential flower of the rainy season. Vibrant hydrangeas inject colours and life into Japan’s landscape when rain falls. Planning to visit Japan during the rainy months? Check out this guide to learn more […]
So Much Matcha: Exploring Matcha and The Top Matcha Regions in Japan
When you think of Japan, matcha (抹茶) or maccha inevitably comes to mind as one of the nation’s most iconic products, but have you ever where matcha comes from? A stone-ground green tea crafted from shade-grown tea leaves celebrated for its vivid green hue, distinct flavour and myriad of health benefits, matcha is an esteemed green tea in powdered form, loved and cherished […]
抹茶饗宴：探索抹茶的世界與日本頂尖抹茶產地
當我們提到日本，抹茶無疑的會被視為該國最具代表性的產品之一，但你知道抹茶的來源嗎？抹茶是由遮陽的環境下生長的綠茶茶葉，以石磨的方式加工成抹茶粉。並以其鮮豔的綠色、獨特的風味和多種健康益處而受到大家喜愛，也是長久以來一直讓日本人引以為傲的傳統。
Riding Japan’s Cutest Cat Train to Meet the Station Meowster
Hop on Wakayama Electric Railway’s cute Tama Train and head over to Kishi Station, where you can meet the adorable cat station master, Yontama.
Maker’s Story: Gyokuro Tea from Kyoto by Maikonocha Honpo
When it comes to green tea from Japan, Kyoto stands as the hub of tea culture. Originally introduced by returning Buddhist monks from their travels in China in the 9th century, green tea has woven itself into the fabric of Japanese society as a versatile and healthy drink. An integral part of Japanese culture, varieties […]
製茶故事：京都舞妓之茶本舖
JAPAN RAIL CLUB很自豪地將舞妓の茶本舗的兩款玉露茶點心列入本月的「抹茶饗宴」 Omiyage Snack Box中，作為我們眾多抹茶系列的一部分。我們與舞妓之茶本舖的業務代表松田先生和中坊先生進行了這次訪談，讓我們可以了解更多關於日本綠茶及來自綠茶的各種優良產品。
Maker’s Story: Premium Matcha Products from Uji, Kyoto by Kyoeiseicha
This May, JAPAN RAIL CLUB celebrates the joy that matcha brings to our lives with the special “So Much Matcha” Omiyage Snack Box. May marks the start of the traditional tea spring season and the early May is known as “hachiju hachiya” (八十八夜), which means the 88th night – a special day in the Japanese lunar calendar […]