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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 27, 20243 min read
15 Authentic Traditional Cultural Experiences in Tokyo: No.12 Tofu Workshop
Tofu Workshop: A Must-Try from Our Authentic Traditional Cultural Experiences in Tokyo This is the 12th installment of our "Authentic...
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Shinya Yamada
Dec 11, 20243 min read
Experience Noh at Yarai Noh Theater in Tokyo: A Special Event for English-Speaking Visitors Next January
Best Noh Theater Experience for English-Speaking Visitors Next month, Yarai Noh Theater in Kagurazaka, Tokyo, will host a special event...
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Shinya Yamada
Oct 22, 20243 min read
The Samurai Tea Ceremony School "Enshu-ryu" is Based in Tokyo’s Kagurazaka. Learn about the tea ceremony in the heart of Samurai Town, Kagurazaka!
Discover the Enshu-ryu "Samurai" Tea Ceremony at the Machitobi Festa in Kagurazaka As part of the " Kagurazaka Machitobi Festa ," held...
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Shinya Yamada
Sep 28, 20243 min read
We Exhibited at Tourism EXPO Japan 2024. Our "Authentic" Traditional Cultural Experience Tours in Tokyo Received High Praise
Tourism EXPO Japan 2024: Highlighting Our Traditional Cultural Experiences in Tokyo On Friday, September 27, 2024, we exhibited at "...
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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 14, 20244 min read
Where to See Geisha in Tokyo: Which City Has More Geisha, Tokyo or Kyoto?
Foreign Travelers Surprised by the Presence of Geisha in Tokyo It has now been six months since we began offering geisha tours in...
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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
Jun 18, 20243 min read
What Does a Geisha Do?: The History of Geisha Part 2 (From the Meiji Era Onwards)
The Evolution of Geisha Districts from the Meiji to Showa Era When the Edo period ended, and the Meiji era began (1868-1912), the...
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Shinya Yamada
Jun 16, 20242 min read
Learn Kumihimo Terminology and Deepen Your Understanding of Kumihimo
Discover the 1,400-Year-Old Art of Kumihimo and Its Unique Terminology in Kagurazaka, Shinjuku Kumihimo, which originated from mainland...
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Shinya Yamada
Jun 15, 20242 min read
Learn About the History and Beauty of Kumihimo in Kagurazaka, Shinjuku
Discover the 1,400-Year History and Unique Craft of Kumihimo in Japan Japanese Kumihimo (braided cords) have a history of 1,400 years...
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Shinya Yamada
May 28, 20243 min read
The Mysterious Connection Between Kagurazaka and Himeji Castle, a World Heritage Site
I have written several times in my blog that Kagurazaka was built by the 3rd Shogun of the Edo Shogunate, Tokugawa Iemitsu , as a path...
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Shinya Yamada
May 13, 20243 min read
Those Who Appreciate the World of Stone Gardens, Zen, and Tea Ceremony Can Fully Enjoy Kagurazaka, Tokyo's Hidden Gem
Kagurazaka: The Most Recommended District by Shinjuku Residents Kagurazaka is a hidden gem in Tokyo, known among those in the know....
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Shinya Yamada
May 9, 20242 min read
The Enigmatic Ukiyo-e Artist, Sharaku, and His Connection to Kagurazaka
Who is Sharaku? Toshusai Sharaku is a unique figure in the world of Ukiyo-e. In a brief period between May 1794 and January 1795, he...
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Shinya Yamada
May 2, 20242 min read
Noh Experience for Beginners in Tokyo—The Charm of Noh and Kyogen
About Noh and Kyogen, Together Known as Nohgaku Nohgaku, Japan's prestigious traditional stage art, comprises two elements: Noh and...
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Shinya Yamada
Apr 24, 20243 min read
Experience Japanese Noh Theater in Shinjuku, Tokyo
Starting on April 1st, we launched the premium cultural experience tour " Kagurazaka Refined Wander: Cultural Awakening Around Every Bend...
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Shinya Yamada
Mar 6, 20242 min read
Discover the Best Japanese Restaurants in Shinjuku, Tokyo: A Gourmet Journey in Kagurazaka
Kagurazaka: Shinjuku's Hidden Gourmet Gem Nestled in the heart of Tokyo, Kagurazaka stands as a testament to Japan's rich culinary...
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