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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
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
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
Oct 21, 20243 min read
Awa Odori (Dance) Festival in Autumn at Tokyo’s Kagurazaka: A Beautiful Dance in Refreshing Autumn Weather
Autumn Awa Odori (Dance) Festival: A Refreshing Daytime Celebration in Kagurazaka, Tokyo As part of the " Kagurazaka Machitobi Festa 2024...
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Shinya Yamada
Oct 10, 20242 min read
Do You Know the Japanese Autumn Taste "Imo Kuri Nankin"? Discover an Autumn Dessert with Samurai-Era Origins in Tokyo’s Kagurazaka
Discover the Origins of 'Imo Kuri Nankin': A Taste of Japanese Autumn with Edo-Era (1603-1868) Roots At "Couches de bonheur" in...
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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 13, 20242 min read
"SHOGUN" Wins Record-Breaking 14 Categories at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards!
SHOGUN" Sets Record with 14 Wins at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards, Dominating in Cinematography, Editing, and Casting On September 8, the...
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Shinya Yamada
Jun 9, 20243 min read
Do You Know Why Pine Trees Are Depicted on Noh Stages? The Connection Between Bonsai and Noh Theater
The Symbolism of Pine Trees on Noh Stages Pine trees are always prominently depicted on Noh stages. When you enter a Noh theater, the...
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Shinya Yamada
Jun 6, 20244 min read
3 Reasons Why Travelers Should Come to the Kagurazaka Shopping District
The Kagurazaka shopping district offers not only a unique shopping experience but also opportunities for meaningful interactions with...
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Shinya Yamada
Jun 1, 20242 min read
Our Traditional Cultural Experience Tour, "Kagurazaka Refined Wander," Featured on Shinjuku Convention & Visitors Bureau’s Social Media
On May 31, 2024, our traditional culture experience tour, " Kagurazaka Refined Wander ," was featured on the Shinjuku Convention &...
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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 15, 20242 min read
Kagurazaka: A Town of Temples or Shrines?
Kagurazaka: Named after the Sounds of 'Kagura' Music from Nearby Shrines Kagurazaka Street was constructed by Tokugawa Iemitsu, the third...
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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
Apr 20, 20242 min read
Deep Connections between Kagurazaka and Fukui Prefecture: Experience History with Kagurazaka Street Walk Tours
The Hokuriku Shinkansen Was Extended to Fukui Prefecture On March 16, 2024, the Hokuriku Shinkansen was extended to Tsuruga Station. This...
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Shinya Yamada
Mar 21, 20244 min read
How to Practice Zazen for Beginners: Authentic Zen Experience in Shinjuku, Tokyo
This service is provided through our contract with Denchuji Temple. For any inquiries or orders, please contact us directly. To avoid any...
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