Shrines & TemplesKitamuki Kannon Goshuin and Zenko-ji Double Visit to Experience Japanese Temple Culture
Kitamuki Kannon and Zenko-ji: Blessings for This Life and the NextVisiting Kitamuki Kannon with GoshuinFollowing my prev...
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Shrines & TemplesGoshuin: Understanding Japan’s Temple and Shrine Seals
Goshuin – A Guide to Japan’s Temple and Shrine SealsWhat Is a Goshuin?Proof of WorshipAGoshuinis a “proof of worship” yo...
Shrines & TemplesShinto Shrines vs Buddhist Temples in Japan: Differences, Culture, and Traditions
Shinto Shrines and Buddhist Temples: Key Differences and Japanese Cultural InsightsWhat’s the Difference Between Shinto ...
Shrines & TemplesIkushima Tarushima Shrine: Japanese Culture, History, and Highlights in Nagano
Ikushima Tarushima Shrine – A Historic Shinto Shrine in Ueda, Nagano, Rich in Japanese CultureI recently visitedIkushima...
Traditional Culture & FestivalsObon (お盆) in Japan: Traditions, Food, Festivals, and Summer Vacation
Experience Obon (お盆) in Japan: Customs, Family Gatherings, and Summer CelebrationsObon : Its Origins and MeaningObon is ...
Traditional Culture & FestivalsThe Yukata (ゆかた): Japan’s Traditional Summer Robe and Its Meaning
Discover the History, Colors, and Culture of the YukataHistory of the YukataThe yukata（ゆかた, yukata） is one of Japan’s tr...
Traditional Culture & FestivalsJapanese Fireworks (花火): History, Culture, and a Seattle Connection
The Beauty and Tradition of Japanese FireworksSummer in Japan and FireworksSummer in Japan is hot and humid. Fireworks a...
Japan & CultureTaisho Era（大正時代） Values in Demon Slayer: Inheritance and Tradition
Exploring Family Bonds and Tradition with Demon SlayerFamily, Gratitude, and What We InheritI grew up in Japan.For me, w...
Japan & CultureChopstick(はし) Etiquette in Japan: Simple Rules to Dine with Respect
Understand Japanese Table Etiquette Through Chopstick UseWhy Proper Chopstick Use MattersIn Japan, children learn how to...