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Free Livestream Taiko Concerts by Japan’s Famous Yamato Drummers this February!

Taiko, the traditional Japanese drums are not just amazing to listen to but also brilliant to watch. Mostly seen and heard at festivals, they...

Amazing and Affordable Japanese Online Language Classes!

If you are like me, being slightly obsessed with Japan, you will at some point or another consider learning Japanese. Maybe it is that...

Yasaka Koshindo Temple – The Most Colourful Temple in Kyoto

You may not have heard of Yasaka Koshindo Temple, but chances are you may have seen it on your instagram feed, as it is...

Best Kimono Rentals in Kyoto!

When we think about Japan we often think about kimonos. The traditional Japanese garment, with its signature long sleeves, beautifully colored, and timeless. However, these...

Your Ultimate Guide to Gotokuji – Cats, Cafes, and more

You may not have heard of Gotokuji, a neighborhood in the west of Tokyo. However, I am pretty sure you have seen this lucky...

New Outdoor Art Park in Shinjuku

You can find creative exhibits everywhere in Tokyo, whether it is museums, amazing architecture, murals, or installations. And now just outside busy Shinjuku's east...

Updated: A Magical Art Aquarium is Opening in Tokyo This August!

If you love Team Lab, the projection mapping museum/experience transporting you to other worlds, then you will love this new Art Aquarium opening in...

The Best Virtual Tour of Tokyo!

Tokyo is amazing and should definitely be on your bucket list of places to visit. However, it seems the chances of actually doing so...

Japanese Paper Art Like You Never Seen it Before

We all know Origami, the Japanese art of folding paper into tiny sculptures resembling nature. But wait until you see Japanese artist Hitotsuyama's creations,...

A Unique Look Into The World of Kimono – ...

If you love Japanese fashion then you inherently must be fascinated with the Japanese Kimono. Probably one of the most iconic pieces of Japanese...