Hasedera temple is famous as a sightseeing spot in Kamakura. It is also called the Flower Temple, and you can enjoy different faces depending on the season, but the hydrangea season is especially popular. Fortunately, I was able to enjoy the hydrangea of Hasedera temple last year (2020), so I […]
The Nezu and Yanaka areas have such an old town atmosphere that you might wonder, “Is this really Tokyo, with all its skyscrapers?”. In this nostalgic area, there is a small yet famous gallery, that is frequented by contemporary art lovers. SCAI THE BATHHOUSE SACAI THE BATHHOUSE is a contemporary […]
Did you know there is a temple designed by the famous architect Kengo Kuma within a 3-minute walk from Shirokanedai Station? It is a spot where you can feel the spirit of Zen, along with the warmth of wood, iconic of Kengo Kuma’s architecture. It is not well known, so […]
In the Meiji period, there were many Bonsai Masters living in the Bunkyo ward in Tokyo. However after the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923, many of them were relocated to Omiya in Saitama prefecture. In 1925, they officially established the Omiya Bonsai Village and after 10 years, there were over […]
When thinking about Buddhist temples, you may have an image of strict and serious. So do I, to be honest! However, I visited a temple, where that image completely changed, so I’d like to introduce it to you in this article. Shoujuin – the wind chime temple Shoujuin Temple is […]
Have you heard about “Hanachozu”? It’s recently becoming popular on social networks in Japan. I visited Shorin-ji temple and enjoyed beautiful Hanachozu. Hanachozu At shrines and temples, there is always a “Chozuya”. It’s a place where you wash your hands and rinse your mouth for purifying yourself. The flowers floating […]
In Kanazawa, the [21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art] is famous for its striking architecture and world-class exhibitions. It’s a must-see spot for domestic and international visitors. In June 2020 right next to this landmark, a new museum where you can enjoy more contemporary art has opened: “Kamu Kanazawa”. Kamu […]
Todaiji Temple, which is extremely popular and well-known as a tourist destination in Nara, is located on the grounds of Nara Park, just like the Kasuga Taisha Shrine. For the first time in a while, I’ve returned to Todaiji Temple so I would like to introduce it. Todaiji Temple, known […]
One of the most well-known Japanese artists, Mr. Hiroshi Sugimoto launched the Enoura Observatory in Odawara in 2017. The official web-site says that… The site is a hilly area covered with citrus trees in Enoura, in the Kataura district of Odawara, adjacent to Prefectural Route 740. Nestled against the outer […]
Nara Park, which spans a vast area of 660 hectares, is known as a unique historical park, with the harmony of the shrines and temples that house precious historical and cultural heritage together with the magnificent and rich natural beauty of greenery. This time, I went to Kasuga Taisha Shrine, […]