“House of Light” was created by James Turrell in 2000 for the first Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale. You can visit to appreciate the art works at this house built in traditional Japanese style, but since this is also an accommodation facility, visit time is limited from 11:30 to 15:00. There is […]
Do you know Japanese capsule toy? Japanese people often call it “Gacha-Gacha” or “GachaPon”. It’s usually installed at shopping malls and supermarkets, so you may have seen before if you’ve been to Japan! These are toys that my daughter (2-year-old) has gotten by gacha. She loves “Anpanman”, the most popular […]
In this article, I would like to introduce the Museum on Echigo-Tsumari, one of the places I visited in Echigo-Tsumari. A Museum designed by the famous architect, Hiroshi Hara This building was designed in 2003 by Hiroshi Hara, known for designing the Kyoto Station Building, and initially called “Echigo-Tsumari Exchange […]
In April 2020, Hotel Metropolitan Kamakura opened in the central area of Kamakura. Kamakura is one of the most famous sightseeing destinations for both domestic and overseas market however there are only few accommodations available. So in this article, I would like to introduce this new great option! It takes […]
Studio Ghibli is one of Japan’s leading animation production companies. Its many successeful past works have been repeatedly broadcast on Japanese television for years, and it boasts a wide range of popularity that transcends generations and eras. Ghibli works, are well rooted in the memories of Japanese people and have […]
Kyoto is indeed the one of the most popular destinations in Japan from both locals and international travelers. It has many different charms and highlights but the best is to enjoy the traditional atmosphere and Gion district is one of the areas you can feel it best. RIGOLETTO SMOKE GRILL […]
“My History” serialized on the last page of the morning edition of the Nikkei newspaper is a resume-style autobiography in which celebrities in the political and business world and the culture and art world write half-life from birth to the present. It is a popular longevity column that began to […]
The Ultimate Vermicular Experience Vermicular Village, which opened in December 2019 along the Nakagawa Canal in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, is a center for the transmission of the Vermicular brand under the theme of “The Ultimate Vermicular Experience”. At Vermicular Village, there is a “DINE AREA” where anyone can casually […]