Image source The Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix is set to take place between Thursday 21st, and Sunday 24th of September 2023, at the famous Suzuka Circuit. Whether you’re a fan of F1 or you want to enjoy something different while in Japan, this is an event not to miss. Read on to discover everything …
Japanese cuisine is known for being bold and adventurous. However, if you thought that sashimi was as surprising as it got, think again! Below, we’re going to tell you more about some of the most traditional yet unusual foods in Japan you should try while visiting this part of the world. Image source Basashi A …
Are you interested in viewing a Kabuki play yourself? If you are then there is a lot that you need to know about Kabuki and what to expect. That is why we are here. In this article we have gathered the most important information that we think you will need to enjoy and better understand …
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One of the most striking poses that you can encounter in kabuki theater is that of the ‘nirami’. The pose is more widely known as the Cross-Eyed Glare and proves unmistakable when you see it performed with your own eyes. The Cross-Eyed Glare is even known to mark a particularly high point of a theater …
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Kabuki is a famous and well-loved art form that hails from Japan. It is a wonderful traditional art that dates back to the early 1600s, when a woman named Izumo no Okuni conceived it. This unique performance is a type of Japanese theater, which combines several elements such as drama, music, dance, and pantomime. The …
Kabuki is one of Japan’s cultural treasures. It is a form of entertainment which originated way back in the Edo period. Despite being performed by men alone today it was actually created by a woman and priestess named Izumo no Okuni. It was this woman who developed an all female dance troupe and performed dances …
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Kabuki is a type of Japanese theater that is well-known for its glamorous costumes and heavily-stylized performances. As a traditional Japanese style of dance-drama, it is known to have originated in the early Edo period. A few things have changed since then yet it remains popular. If you can, try to catch a performance but …
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During the springtime, Japan is covered in a blanket of pink. The delicate blooms are a reminder that spring is here. The cherry blossom trees are only in full bloom for around two weeks. This gives people a short window to celebrate hanami. Otherwise known as cherry blossom viewing, it is an event not to …
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If you have tattoos, you might be wondering if you can visit a Japanese onsen. This unique experience is quite unique to Japan. You might have heard that as an inked person you won’t be allowed in one. This is actually more often the case than not. While it is not illegal to enter a …
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Once April rolls around, the beautiful pink petals fall like confetti across Japan. They sprout from branches. They adorn food items and products. Tourists from the Western world travel to take pictures of this very moment. While Japan is known for its cherry blossoms, did you know there is another meaning too? They look pretty, …
