Travel & SightseeingKyū Kaichi School (旧開智学校) : Historic Meiji-Era School
Kyū Kaichi School Near Matsumoto Castle: One of Japan’s Oldest Meiji-Era School BuildingsJust a short walk from Matsumot...
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Travel & SightseeingMatsumoto Castle（松本城）: A National Treasure with Timeless Beauty
Matsumoto Castle – Beauty in Black and WhiteToday, I’m writing about my favorite Japanese castle, Matsumoto Castle. It i...
Traditional Culture & FestivalsHow Demon Slayer Brings the Taisho Era（大正時代） to Life
Where Tradition Meets ModernityThe World of Demon Slayer: The Taisho EraToday (July 18), a newDemon Slayermovie was rele...
Japanese Food & CuisineJapanese Bento Culture（日本のお弁当文化）: More Than Just a Lunch Box
A Variety of Delicious Bento Boxes for Your Daily Lunch What is a Bento?Bentois a convenient, portable meal that’s an im...
Japanese Food & CuisineOnigiri（おにぎり）: More Than Just a Rice Ball
Onigiri – Japan’s Soul FoodThe Appeal of Onigiri and Its Special Place in Japanese LifeOnigiri has been a beloved food i...
Traditional Culture & Festivals“Chōjū Giga”（鳥獣人物戯画） : Japan’s Oldest Manga?
Japan's Oldest Manga? "Chōjū Giga"What Is Chōjū Giga?“Chōjū-giga” is a Japanese picture scroll created around the 12th t...
Travel & SightseeingHistoric Japanese Building Featured in Godzilla Minus One
The Former Okaya City Hall Chosen as a Filming Location for Godzilla Minus OneThe Former Okaya City Hall, a Hidden Gem i...
Travel & SightseeingLake Suwa and Your Name.（諏訪湖と『君の名は。』）
Exploring the Connection Between Lake Suwa andYour Name.Lake Suwa — The Model for the Lake inWeathering With You?The int...
Japanese Food & CuisineFresh Wasabi (生わさび) in Japan – Flavor, Tradition, and Culture
The Unique Taste and Culture of Fresh WasabiEssential Fresh Wasabi: The Perfect Partner for SobaIn Japan, people often e...