Why do the Japanese hunt whales?
I could sometimes see this whale hunting of Japan creating issue and criticism. As for me, whale hunting was not…
What is Obon? History and Wish contained in Bon Odori
In summer, people get summer vacation in the middle of August. It also falls on Obon. Bon dancing, or Bon…
Watermelon Smashing Suikawari: Origin and Unique Rule
Suika is Watermelon in Japanese. Many people in Japan imagine this Suika as one of the summer features. And I…
Top 3 Unique Manga Kissa in Tokyo
Have you ever been to Managa kissa? As for me, yes yesterday I went to Manga kissa at midnight and…
Meaning of My Treat
Which sides are you on? Treat or being treated? When it comes to a date, I think more than half…
Join Nebuta Matsuri Festival in Tokyo
Source : Nakanobu Skip Road Nakanobu Shopping Street Nebuta Festival or Nebuta Matsuri that is held in summer is very…
What is a Tanuki?
Source : Ebisu Journal Tanuki means raccoon dog in English. It lives all over Japan from Hokkaido to Okinawa Prefecture….
Definition of Wabi Sabi
Even to Japanese, it is difficult to explain the definite meaning of Wabi Sabi. I am not an exception, either….
The 8th World Bonsai Convention, Saitama City in 2017 Summary
To my surprise, I could enjoy beautiful Bonsai and Karesansui or traditional rock garden even in front of Saitama-Shintoshin station….
Cat island Aoshima and Tashirojima
There are some cat islands in Japan. Literally, many cats live in these islands. As long as I know the…
