The beauty of light and snow in the white snow statue “Sapporo Snow Festival” is a big winter event that attracts many tourists not only from Japan but also from abroad. But in fact, you might be wondering what's so much fun to see the snow and what's attractive after all? In addition to enjoying the power and beauty of the so-called “Big Snow Statue,” the Sapporo Snow … [Read more...] about Sapporo Snow Festival, Hokkaido
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Nagatoro River Boating, Saitama
Nagatoromachi, located in Chichibu-gun, northwestern Saitama Prefecture, is a valley town surrounded by mountains. Around the town are Mt. Fudo, Mt. Jinmi and Mt. Hodo. Arakawa flows through the center of the town. "Nagatoro River Boating" is a popular tourist attraction in Nagatoro-cho where nature is rich. You can experience the powerful boat ride while enjoying the superb … [Read more...] about Nagatoro River Boating, Saitama
Awa Odori Dance Festival, Tokushima
Awa Odori Dance is a Bon festival dance that originated in Tokushima Prefecture with over 400 years of history. A group of dancers called "Ren" dances to the rhythm of the double beat. The Awa Odori Dance Festival will be held all over the country, but the "Awa Odori Dance Festival" held in Tokushima City is one of the largest in the country. About 100,000 dancers will make … [Read more...] about Awa Odori Dance Festival, Tokushima
Bujinkan Ninja Dojo, Chiba
Atago Station of Noda City located in the northern part of Chiba Prefecture. About 5 minutes to walk from this small station. In a building located in a corner of a long residential area, there were many foreigners who worshiped at the same time. Americans, Australians, etc. "I came to Japan to come to this dojo!" "I came to practice with 'Bujinkan Ninja Dojo' with teacher … [Read more...] about Bujinkan Ninja Dojo, Chiba
Okinawa World, Okinawa
At "Okinawa World", you can experience Okinawa's traditions and gourmets at once. It is packed with activities and attractions such as walks in the village that reproduced the Ryukyu Kingdom, shows by Eisa, which is a traditional performing arts, and experiences of making "shiisa" (Okinawan guardian lions). Located in the southern part of Okinawa Prefecture, Okinawa World is a … [Read more...] about Okinawa World, Okinawa
Origami kaikan, Tokyo
Origami, which is said to have originated in China, Japan, and Spain, is widely used in many countries, including Europe, as ORIGAMI. In recent years, its artistic side has been re-evaluated and its popularity abroad has increased. The history of origami in Japan is said to have been the oldest in the Muromachi period, as it happened with ceremonies such as Noshi. It is … [Read more...] about Origami kaikan, Tokyo
Akari Design Kobo (Design Workshop of Lighting), Kyoto
To the deep and profound world that lighting draws. "Akari Design Kobo" (Design Workshop of Lighting) was born in 2000, and was created by the independence of Mr. Tabata who worked in other textile industry. The building used is a 90-year-old building with a small number of people who can experience it. The interior has hardly changed, and the condition is maintained. Among … [Read more...] about Akari Design Kobo (Design Workshop of Lighting), Kyoto
Shiroi Koibito Park, Hokkaido
Hokkaido is the number 1 tourist destination in Japan. There are many reasons why Hokkaido travel is gaining popularity. First of all, it is a treasure trove of food. Hokkaido is blessed with numerous marine products because it is surrounded by the sea. If you have visited Hokkaido, there are many people who want to eat seafood first. When you come to Hokkaido, there are many … [Read more...] about Shiroi Koibito Park, Hokkaido