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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
Dec 8, 20242 min read
A Luxurious Ukiyo-e Studio in Tokyo Before Your Train Journey
Explore the Essence of Japanese Art: Ukiyo-e Studio in Tokyo and Exclusive Workshop Experience On December 3, 2024, JTB Royal Road Ginza ...
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Shinya Yamada
Nov 23, 20242 min read
Immerse Yourself in a Fusion of Ukiyo-e, Modern Art by Noritaka Tatehana, and Geisha Ryotei Culture in Kagurazaka, Tokyo
Ukiyo-e Meets Modern Art: Noritaka Tatehana's Vision at a Geisha Ryotei in Tokyo I had the opportunity to visit the " Reiwa Edition...
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Shinya Yamada
Nov 11, 20242 min read
A Unique Collaboration of Ukiyo-e, Contemporary Artist Noritaka Tatehana, and Geisha Ryotei – Only 10 Days Left Until This Unmissable Exhibition!
Ukiyo-e Meets Contemporary Art in a Geisha Ryotei: The Reiwa Ukiyo-e Tokaido Fifty-Seven Stations Exhibition From November 21st (Thu) to...
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Shinya Yamada
Nov 6, 20243 min read
UNESCO Recommends “Traditional Japanese Sake Brewing” for Intangible Cultural Heritage Listing – See the List of Japan’s 22 Intangible Cultural Heritage Items
UNESCO and Japan’s Heritage: The Cultural Significance of Traditional Japanese Sake Brewing Techniques On November 5, Japan’s Agency for...
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Shinya Yamada
Oct 30, 20243 min read
15 Authentic Traditional Cultural Experiences in Tokyo: No.2 Ukiyo-e Woodblock Printing
Authentic Traditional Cultural Experiences Tokyo: Discover the Unique Happiness Our Ukiyo-e Tour Brings In this second part of our series...
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Shinya Yamada
Oct 11, 20243 min read
Discover the Allure of Hiroshige's Blue in Tokyo - The World of Prussian Blue and Ukiyo-e Landscapes
Rediscover Hiroshige’s Blue in Tokyo This Autumn: A Journey Through Ukiyo-e Art If you're looking to enjoy an artistic autumn in Tokyo,...
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Shinya Yamada
Sep 17, 20242 min read
The Drama "SHOGUN" That Focused on Authenticity Sets a Record with 18 Emmy Wins – Why Not Experience Authentic Japanese Culture Next?
Hiroyuki Sanada's SHOGUN Breaks Records with 18 Emmy Wins, Including Best Drama and Lead Actor On September 15, 2024 (local time), at the...
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Shinya Yamada
Sep 15, 20242 min read
Why Did Natsume Soseki, Famous for I Am a Cat, Love Kagurazaka, Tokyo?
Exploring Kagurazaka Through the Eyes of Natsume Soseki, Famous for Works like I Am a Cat The internationally renowned author Natsume...
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Shinya Yamada
Aug 29, 20242 min read
The Allure of Hokusai's Ukiyo-e: "Express it More Vividly than Reality"
Bridging Perceptions and Realities in Ukiyo-e Art Within the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's " Traditional Crafts of Tokyo " website,...
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Shinya Yamada
Aug 21, 20243 min read
Traveling in Japan Will Be Easier Starting September 1st: Expanded Sales Locations for the Prepaid Card "Welcome Suica"
Expanding Access to Convenience: Prepaid Card "Welcome Suica" Now Available Beyond Airports Good news for inbound travelers to Japan! As...
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Shinya Yamada
Aug 19, 20242 min read
The "Shosho" Period, When the Heat Begins to Subside, Starts on August 22nd. Do you know 24 sekki (Solar Terms) and 72 kō (Micro-seasons)?
Understanding Japan's Seasonal Rhythm: The 24 Solar Terms and 72 Micro-seasons In Japan, there is a unique way of dividing the seasons...
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Shinya Yamada
Aug 8, 20242 min read
"The Impact of Hokusai’s Great Wave: Under the Wave off Kanagawa" Exhibition. Experience Ukiyo-e Making After the Exhibition
Discover the Global Impact of Hokusai's "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" at the Sumida Hokusai Museum Recently, I visited the special...
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Shinya Yamada
Aug 1, 20242 min read
Why Conversations with Artisans and Geisha are So Enjoyable: Let's Enjoy Talking with "Genuine People"
Since our company began offering traditional cultural experience tours, I have had the opportunity to converse with many artisans and...
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Shinya Yamada
Jul 19, 20242 min read
Katsushika Hokusai's "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" Featured on the New ¥1000 Note: A Tribute to "Japan Blue"
Finally Got My Hands on the New ¥1000 Note Featuring Hokusai's "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" I finally got my hands on the new ¥1000 note...
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Shinya Yamada
Jul 18, 20242 min read
Major Misconceptions Among Foreign Tourists: Understanding and Preserving Japanese Traditional Crafts
On June 28, 2024, the Japan Tourism Agency released the " Survey on the Environment for Accepting Foreign Tourists in Japan ." The...
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Shinya Yamada
Jul 17, 20244 min read
What Foreign Tourists Can Do to Help Preserve Japanese Traditional Crafts
What Are Traditional Industries? Japan's craftsmanship and precision in manufacturing are renowned worldwide. One of the most...
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Shinya Yamada
Jul 13, 20243 min read
Do You Know About Japan's Ultimate Craftsmen, "A Master of Traditional Craft"?
The certification system for "A master of traditional craft" was established in 1974 to expand the demand for traditional crafts and...
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Shinya Yamada
May 26, 20242 min read
Do You Know the Difference Between Ukiyo-e from Kansai (Kamigata) and Tokyo (Edo)? Understanding This Might Reveal the True Identity of Sharaku
The Differences Between Ukiyo-e from Kansai (Kamigata) and Tokyo (Edo) In a previous post , I wrote that "Ukiyo-e is a genre of painting...
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Shinya Yamada
May 25, 20242 min read
Do You Know Ukiyo-e Shifted Japanese Culture from Kansai to Tokyo?
"Ukiyo-e" Is a Genre of Painting Established in the Early Edo Period "Ukiyo-e" is a genre of painting established in the early Edo...
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Shinya Yamada
May 22, 20242 min read
Why You Can Now Enjoy Private Ukiyo-e Talks in Tokyo from an Expert Who Lectured at the British Museum
During your ukiyo-e printmaking experience at Takahashi Studio, you can learn about the ukiyo-e production process and art appreciation...
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