What is a geisha? A geisha is a traditional Japanese entertainer who performs arts such as singing and dancing. They start training from a young age in the art of entertaining and often wear elaborate kimonos and makeup. The word “geisha” means “art person,” and these women were once considered some of the most refined …
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, international travel to Japan dipped tremendously. Now, things are starting to ramp back up. The number of international visitors that traveled to Japan in June of 2022 was over 1,000% higher than the year prior. Japan is a nation that values respectability and there are many customs that …
Traveling to Japan is a life-changing experience. You’ll enter a land of contrasts, where traditional culture and cutting-edge technology exist. A land of great beauty, with towering mountains, pristine beaches, and tranquil gardens. What could make your trip extra special? Taking the time to learn Japanese, even if just a little bit. Being able to greet people or …
There was one man who intervened to ensure that Kyoto was removed as the prime target for the A-Bomb. Surprisingly, he was not Japanese but an American, the US Secretary of War, Henry L. Stimson. Noting that Kyoto was Japan’s ancient capital and a ‘shrine of Japanese art and culture’, meant that he wisely anticipated …
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Easter is one of those holidays that many of us will have grown up with our whole lives. The majority of people who live in the West have probably grown up with Easter being an important time of year. In many ways, it’s ingrained in most of us from a young age. However, considering the …
Japan is one of those countries that does everything bigger and better. However, there are many things about this country that are less spoken about. Their laws and perceptions of sexuality and gender identity are some of those things that rarely reach mainstream media. This isn’t an issue for most of the population, but it …
Japan is a nation that has an incredibly rich history that has been explored in depth for many years. There has been plenty of research into Japan’s earliest history, much of which has revealed some truly fascinating and incredible things. However, not many people actually know about Japan’s early history, and what it is that …
Early Japanese History And How It Shaped The Country To This Day (Truly Fascinating) Read More »
The Yokote Kamakura Festival involves building snow huts and praying to water gods. It is a festival that celebrates everything that is comforting about the cold and has a history that extends back about 450 years. There are so many fascinating little details that make up the wonder of this small winter festival. If you …
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In 1945, the US dropped two atomic bombs on two Japanese cities, Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The first bomb targeted Hiroshima and killed over 70,000 people within seconds. The second bomb sent for Nagasaki was delivered three days later and killed another 40,000 people. Today we will be exploring why this happened and how it affected …
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Religion plays a significant role in Japanese culture. In the Japanese constitution, the right to religious freedom is guaranteed. This means that there is no single religion that has been sanctioned by the state in Japan, so people are free to practice whatever religion they like. If you are planning on visiting Japan, it is …
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