Japan is a wonderful country, the dream of many of us Westerners. Interestingly enough, the Western world has been fascinated with the East ever since the Middle Ages. Back in the day East would be referred to as the Orient. In the 19th century a new direction of arts had emerged under these conditions, Orientalism. In this movement, Western authors…
Japan has countless beautiful sights and attractions to offer, so it is no surprise that many of the country’s best sightseeing spots and landmarks have been featured in numerous local and international films. Below are some examples that you might want to include to your itinerary on your next visit to Japan: Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Fushimi Inari Taisha Kiyomizu-dera Temple…
Chopsticks are a pair of sticks of the same length used as dining utensils in East Asian countries, such as Japan, for more than 6,000 years now. They are typically made of wood, specifically bamboo, stainless steel, or plastic. There are also some that are made from ivory, porcelain, titanium, silver, and gold, but these are less common. Learning to…
There are tons of things to do in Japan all year round. In January, which is the coldest month of the year in the country, there are several fun and vibrant nationwide and regional festivals, holidays, and events that you can check out if you are ever in town for a trip. Japanese New Year – January 1st Considered to…
