Culture Unique Ema in the Chubu Region Kim Bergström This guide explores a variety of unique ema (votive plaques used to write prayers and wishes on) which are found at shrines a...
Culture Ryushi Memorial Museum, Omori Peter Sidell In the suburbs between Tokyo and Kawasaki, this small, charming museum is dedicated to the works of celebrated Japanese artis...
Culture Arima Or Gero? Scott Brause Arima and Gero onsens, both on the island of Honshu, have been reecognized for centuries as two of the 'Three Renowned Onsen ...
Culture Kakegawa Stained Glass Museum Peter Sidell In the historic castle town Kakegawa in Japan's Shizuoka prefecture, the Stained Glass Museum is a small but enjoyable museum...
Culture Kumano Kodo World Heritage Center Kenny King Hin Choi The rich history of Kumano Kodo and its vital position as a religious hub is clearly described in this information center.
Culture Hakone Daimyo Gyoretsu 2025 Guillaume Doré This is an annual Daimyō procession in the city of Hakone, with a parade with 170 persons in traditional costumes
Culture Regional Crafts - Chubu Sleiman Azizi Japan's Chubu region is home to nine prefectures and scores of traditional crafts. These include Tokoname ware from Aichi pre...
Culture Musashino City - Museums & Galleries Sleiman Azizi Musashino City is home to many community-driven art galleries and museums. Some of them include Art Center Ongoing, Kichijoji...
Culture Kokubunji City - Museums & Galleries Sleiman Azizi Kokubunji City is home to a small number of local gallery spaces as well as an archaeological museum. These include Gallery K...
Culture Shinjuku City Ward - Landmarks & History Sleiman Azizi One of Tokyo's most powerful spaces, Shinjuku City Ward is home to scores of landmarks and historical spots. These include Go...
