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 […]
Here are a few tips and information for you to know before playing golf in Japan. However , please remember that each Golf Course has different rules and regulation, so please always check with them. Dress Code Golf in Japan still is a “ladies & gentlemen” sport, so please respect […]
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 […]
Born at the dawn of golf in Japan, Naruo Golf Club has since spun the history of this elegant sport culture in Japan while tossed about by the waves of hardship in the past, currently celebrating its 100th anniversary. The course was built by hand at a time when heavy […]
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, […]
Upon Arrival – at the Airport Once you land in Japan, you will first have to clear the COVID formalities. At the time of writing, due to the spread of the new coronavirus infection, new entry from all countries/regions have been banned. However, prior to the suspension, the protocol was […]
In Tochima City in the Prefecture of Tokyo, is the Tokiwa-so Manga Museum – the legendary apartment where great modern manga artists like Osamu Tezuka lived together with other artists. The original apartment was demolished in 1982 but to transmit the culture of Manga / Anime to the next generation, […]
Greetings & Bowing Traditionally, Japanese people do not shake hands and usually a slight bowing gesture is used for greeting and parting with people, as well as to express thanks, apologize or ask someone a favour. That said, you may sometimes be greeted with a handshake, especially if your counterpart […]
Roppongi Hills, Tokyo Midtown, The National Art Center, Tokyo, and many other famous landmarks are located in the Roppongi area. Within walking distance, there is a hidden restaurant that escapes the hustle and bustle of the city. That is “LORE”. LORE LORE is a French restaurant opened in 2019 in […]
Many people wonder “when is the best time, to travel to Japan?”. While Spring and Autumn are the two most famous seasons and often recommended, they are also the busiest… So, in this article, I would like to give you a glimpse of what to expect in each season, so […]