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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...


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...
Shinya Yamada
Sep 5, 20243 min read
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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...
Shinya Yamada
Aug 22, 20242 min read
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This is the "Authentic" Samurai Experience! Learn Japan's Strongest Swordsmanship in Tokyo
Authentic vs. Tourist-Oriented: Discover the True Samurai Experience at a Real Dojo In Japan, there are many "samurai experiences" aimed...
Shinya Yamada
Aug 10, 20242 min read
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How to Learn the Techniques of Japan's Strongest Samurai (2): Authentic Samurai Experience in Tokyo
We will explain how to learn the techniques of the strongest samurai in Japan. Although we refer to it as the techniques of the strongest...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 3, 20242 min read
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How to Learn the Spirit of Samurai and Zen Simultaneously in Tokyo
This service is provided through our contract with Denchuji Temple. For any inquiries or orders, please contact us directly. To avoid any...
Shinya Yamada
Mar 17, 20243 min read
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