The Historic Town of Tsumago-juku
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Tsumago-juku (妻籠宿) in Nagiso, Kiso District, Nagano Prefecture in Japan, is seemingly untouched by time. The quiet town has been restored to its original appearance since the…
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Hysteria over Wisteria in Japan
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One of the best times to visit Japan is during spring when all kinds of colorful blooms paint the landscape. Japan is known for its…
Read ArticleKakegawa Castle: Feudal Seat of Power
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Japanese castles served a particular need in the 15th century, during the Warring States era in Japan, a time of chaos when many small independent…
Read ArticleFavorite Traditional Japanese Foods
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Traditional Japanese cuisine is a combination of staple foods available in the region. Usually it consists of white rice with one or more side dishes and…
Read ArticleYummy Unagi
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Unagi is a Japanese word for freshwater eel. It is used as an ingredient in delicious and nutritious Japanese food such as unadon (sliced eel served on…
Read ArticleApril Showers Bring Exciting Festivals in Japan
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With the highly anticipated spring flowers in full bloom, April is always exciting in Japan. Here are just some of the festivities in April to…
Read ArticleJapan’s Breathtaking Sakura Season
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Cherry blossoms (sakura) are deeply ingrained in the history and culture of Japan, and they have come to identify the country. They are full of symbolism,…
Read ArticleIn Japan, Spring is in the Air
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The month of March heralds the arrival of spring in Japan. There is no better place to admire and experience the beauty of the season…
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