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Shinya Yamada
Sep 8, 20243 min read
Was the First Fruit Parlor in Japan in Kagurazaka’s "Taharaya" or Ginza’s "Sembikiya"?
Which Was the First Fruit Parlor in Japan? It is commonly said that " Sembikiya " is the first fruit parlor in Japan, which serve...
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Shinya Yamada
Sep 7, 20242 min read
Reservations for "Oedo Shinjuku Konya Meguri" Begin on September 9. Experience Tokyo's Traditional Dyeing Industry in Shinjuku
Explore the Art of Indigo Dyeing: Experience Traditional Tokyo's Culture at the "Oedo Shinjuku Konya Meguri" From Thursday, October 31,...
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Shinya Yamada
Sep 6, 20242 min read
Why Japan Became a Gourmet Powerhouse: It All Started with Tofu
Japan: A Global Gourmet Giant Dominating the Michelin Rankings and Winning Hearts of Food-Loving Tourists Japan is renowned worldwide as...
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Shinya Yamada
Sep 5, 20243 min read
3 Reasons Why Samurai Were Drawn to Zen
Many samurai admired the spirit of Zen and practiced it. Here are three reasons why: 1: Timing and Historical Context The connection...
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Shinya Yamada
Sep 4, 20242 min read
September Parfait Announcement: Have You Heard of the Sweet "Nagano Purple" Grapes?
Indulge in Seasonal Delights: September's Parfait Featuring Nagano Purple and Shine Muscat Grapes At " Couches de bonheur " in...
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Shinya Yamada
Sep 3, 20242 min read
We Have Been Authorized to Use the "Tokyo Tokyo" Icon by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government
Authorized to Use the "Tokyo Tokyo" Icon We, EDO KAGURA Corporation, have been authorized by the Tokyo Brand Icon Management Office of...
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Shinya Yamada
Sep 2, 20243 min read
Do You Know the Best Walkable Cities in Tokyo? 3 Commonalities Between Ginza and Shinjuku's Kagurazaka
Ginza is well-known to many, while Shinjuku's Kagurazaka is less recognized. For example, according to WordStream's "Free Keyword Tool,"...
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Shinya Yamada
Sep 1, 20242 min read
101 Years After the Great Kanto Earthquake: Why Shinjuku's Kagurazaka Escaped Damage
Reflecting on the 101st Anniversary of the Great Kanto Earthquake Today, September 1, 2024, marks the 101st anniversary of the Great...
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Shinya Yamada
Aug 31, 20242 min read
What is Zen? A Simple Answer, Hard to Grasp: Visual and Clear Guidance at Denchu Temple in Tokyo
Exploring the Simple Complexity of 'What is Zen': Insights from the Soto Zen Sect For many travelers, both foreign and Japanese,...
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Shinya Yamada
Aug 30, 20244 min read
Road Race Through World Heritage Sites! The Deadline for 'Tour de Nanto' Registration Is September 20
Join the Challenging 110 km Ride "Tour de Nanto 2024" Through World Heritage and Scenic Mountain Roads! On Sunday, October 13, 2024, "...
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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 28, 20243 min read
What is Matsuri (Japanese Cultural Festival)? (3): The Most Important Concepts of Matsuri - "Hare" and "Ke"
'Hare' and 'Ke' Is Important for Matsuri (Japanese Cultural Festival) Hare and Ke are Japanese terms that express the rhythm of daily...
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Shinya Yamada
Aug 27, 20243 min read
What is Matsuri (Japanese Cultural Festival)? (2): The Reason Why Matsuri Has Seasonality
Understanding the Reason Behind the Seasonality of Matsuri (Japanese Festivals) Yesterday, I explained why Matsuri (Japanese festivals)...
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Shinya Yamada
Aug 26, 20243 min read
What is Matsuri (Japanese Cultural Festival)? (1): The Reason Why Matsuri is Held Only Once a Year
Do You Know Why Matsuri (Japanese Festivals) Are Held Only Once a Year? Japanese festivals are popular among foreign travelers. While...
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Shinya Yamada
Aug 25, 20242 min read
For Foreign Travelers Planning Domestic Travel in Japan on August 27, 28, and 29: The One Best Course of Action to Avoid the Impact of Typhoon
The Only Way to Avoid the Typhoon's Impact With Typhoon No. 10 approaching, railway and airline companies have announced the possibility...
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Shinya Yamada
Aug 24, 20243 min read
Anticipation for "2024 Kagurazaka Machitobi Festa (Festival)" in Tokyo
2024 Kagurazaka Machitobi Festa (Festival): Celebrating Art and Culture from October 12 to November 3 From October 12th to November 3rd,...
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Shinya Yamada
Aug 23, 20242 min read
The Beauty of Geisha Lies in the Grace of Her "Shosa(Movements)": Experience the Beautiful Geisha in Tokyo
Geisha are beautiful, and not just in appearance. Their refined movements enhance their beauty and make them shine. In Japanese, these...
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Shinya Yamada
Aug 22, 20242 min read
Why is Reigi (Respect and Etiquette) Necessary in Martial Arts? Learning the Samurai Spirit in Tokyo
The Foundation of Martial Arts: Reigi (Respect and Etiquette) It is said that " Budo " (martial arts) begins and ends with Reigi (Respect...
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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 20, 20242 min read
Traditional Dyeing in Shinjuku: Beat the Heat with a Cool Dyeing Experience by the River
Enjoy Traditional Dyeing Experience in Shinjuku Our company offers dyeing experience tours at " Tomita Sen Kogei (Tokyo Some Monogatari...
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