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Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner


Episode 4: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – The Seasonal Beauty of the Geisha District and the Grace of Geisha – An Interview with Ayumi Terada, Proprietress of Yukimoto In Tokyo
The Kagurazaka Geisha District Recovered Earlier Than the Other Five Districts in Tokyo This is the fourth installment in our Kagurazaka...


Episode 3: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – Discover the 400-Year History of Soumaya, a Stationery Store in Tokyo’s Kagurazaka
Exploring Japanese Culture and History Through Stationery Store in Tokyo's Kagurazaka This is the third installment in our series...


Episode 2: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – The History and Evolution of Toushien Pottery Shop in Tokyo
Kagurazaka Store Owner Interview Series In the second installment of our Kagurazaka store owner Interview series exploring the charm of...


Episode 1: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – “Japanese Pottery Should Be Held to Be Appreciated” – Exploring Maruoka Toen and the Charm of Ceramics in Tokyo
Kagurazaka Store Owner Interview Series Begins This marks the start of the series " Exploring the Charm of Kagurazaka’s Shopping Street...


Shinya Yamada
Feb 14 min read
Episode 3: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – Discover the 400-Year History of Soumaya, a Stationery Store in Tokyo’s Kagurazaka
Exploring Japanese Culture and History Through Stationery Store in Tokyo's Kagurazaka This is the third installment in our series...
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Shinya Yamada
Jan 122 min read
Uncover Tokyo's Best Hidden Cherry Blossom Spots: 2025 Kagurazaka Hanami Tours Now Open!
We are excited to announce that bookings for our 2025 Tokyo Cherry Blossom Tours at non-crowded locations are now open! The peak bloom in...
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Shinya Yamada
Jan 112 min read
Unveiling the Secrets of Tokyo's Off the Beaten Path: Kagurazaka - Our Guides Have Started Posting Videos
Discover Kagurazaka: Tokyo’s Hidden Gem and the Perfect "Off the Beaten Path" Experience You may have already noticed, but since the end...
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Shinya Yamada
Dec 20, 20243 min read
Tokyo Off-the-Beaten-Path Walking Tours: Discover the Hidden Charms of Kagurazaka
When you think of Tokyo, crowded streets, bright lights, and bustling energy likely come to mind. But tucked away in Shinjuku lies a...
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Shinya Yamada
Dec 16, 20243 min read
Episode 2: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – The History and Evolution of Toushien Pottery Shop in Tokyo
Kagurazaka Store Owner Interview Series In the second installment of our Kagurazaka store owner Interview series exploring the charm of...
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Shinya Yamada
Dec 15, 20243 min read
Episode 1: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – “Japanese Pottery Should Be Held to Be Appreciated” – Exploring Maruoka Toen and the Charm of Ceramics in Tokyo
Kagurazaka Store Owner Interview Series Begins This marks the start of the series " Exploring the Charm of Kagurazaka’s Shopping Street...
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Shinya Yamada
Dec 14, 20243 min read
Prologue: Why Is Kagurazaka’s Shopping Street in Tokyo So Vibrant? Exploring Its Charm Through Store Owner Interviews
I have lived in Kagurazaka, Tokyo, for 25 years, and the shopping streets here are part of my daily life. Always bustling with visitors,...
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Shinya Yamada
Dec 2, 20242 min read
After the Autumn Leaves, It’s Time for Tsubaki (Camellias)—The "Rose of Japan" with Deep Ties to Kagurazaka’s Geisha
Camellias: The 'Rose of Japan' That Blooms with Timeless Elegance in Winter As the season of autumn leaves comes to an end, Tsubaki...
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Shinya Yamada
Dec 1, 20243 min read
Do You Know Why Leaves Turn Red? Autumn Foliage at Its Peak in Tokyo’s Japanese Gardens
Reflecting on Why Japan’s Autumn Leaves Are So Beautiful During Their Peak in a Japanese Garden On November 30, 2024, I visited...
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Shinya Yamada
Nov 26, 20246 min read
Are You Aware of Japan’s Declining English Proficiency? Improve Your Skills While Enjoying a Stroll Through Kagurazaka
Introduction On January 19, 2024, Nihon Keizai Shimbun (NIKKEI) published an article titled, “Japan’s English Proficiency Falls to 92nd...
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Shinya Yamada
Nov 25, 20243 min read
A Harmony of Autumn Leaves and Traditional Performing Arts: Enjoy Edo String Puppet Theater at Tokyo’s Japanese Garden
A Perfect Day for a Unique Combination: Autumn Leaves, a Historic Japanese Garden, and Traditional Performing Arts in Tokyo On November...
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Shinya Yamada
Nov 24, 20243 min read
Today Is the Last Day: The Echizen & Wakasa Festival in Kagurazaka, Tokyo – Showcasing the Best of Fukui Prefecture
A Celebration of Fukui’s Rich Culture: The Echizen & Wakasa Festival Shines in Kagurazaka, Tokyo On Saturday, November 23, 2024, the “...
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Shinya Yamada
Nov 21, 20243 min read
Do You Know The Little Kyoto of Tokyo—Welcome to Kagurazaka, The Town of Serendipity
An Overview of Kagurazaka’s Unique Charm Located in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Kagurazaka is a one-of-a-kind neighborhood known by many names, such...
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Shinya Yamada
Nov 20, 20244 min read
15 Authentic Traditional Cultural Experiences in Tokyo: No.9 Kigumi Museum and Kagurazaka Walk Tour
Authentic Traditional Cultural Experiences in Tokyo: Discover the Kigumi Museum and Kagurazaka Walk Tour Our ninth experience in the "...
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Shinya Yamada
Nov 18, 20244 min read
Noh Performance as Autumn Leaves Begin to Turn at the Japanese Garden in Tokyo
A Unique Blend of Noh, Autumn Leaves, and the Japanese Garden in Tokyo On Sunday, November 17, I had the pleasure of enjoying a Noh...
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Shinya Yamada
Nov 15, 20245 min read
Autumn Colors Begin in Tokyo: Koishikawa Korakuen Garden to Reach Peak Autumn Colors in About 10 Days – Fall Foliage Event Begins on the 16th Nov
Tokyo’s Autumn Colors Begin: Lake Okutama Reaches Peak as City Prepares for Full Foliage in Late November According to Weather News ,...
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Shinya Yamada
Nov 14, 20242 min read
Get a Free Japanese Traditional Towel "Tenugui" in Tokyo's Kagurazaka – Dye Artisans' Thanksgiving Festival on November 16 & 17
Celebrate Traditional Japanese Dyeing at the Thanksgiving Festival in Kagurazaka – A Unique Showcase of Artisanship and Culture On...
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Shinya Yamada
Nov 13, 20243 min read
Only 10 Days Left Until "Doon to Fukui in Kagurazaka: Echizen-Wakasa Festival 2024" in Tokyo!
Discover Fukui in Tokyo – Celebrate Culture, Cuisine, and Tradition at the "Doon to Fukui in Kagurazaka: Echizen-Wakasa Festival 2024"!...
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Shinya Yamada
Nov 12, 20242 min read
Partnership with ORIX Hotel Management Corporation - Now Offering Our Walking & Izakaya Tour at HUNDRED STAY Tokyo Shinjuku
Walking & Izakaya Tour in Shinjuku: Expanding Cultural Experiences through Partnership with HUNDRED STAY Tokyo Shinjuku We are pleased to...
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Shinya Yamada
Nov 7, 20243 min read
According to the Japanese Calendar, Winter Starts Today—Do You Know About "Rittō"? Fall Leaves are Reaching Their Peak in Tokyo
Rittō: The Start of Winter in the Japanese Seasonal Calendar Today, November 7, 2024, marks Rittō , one of the 24 sekki (seasonal...
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