Shiromuku is a traditional Japanese bridal kimono worn by brides during Shinto wedding ceremonies. The word “Shiromuku” means “pure white,” and this outfit symbolizes the bride’s purity and new beginning. Shiromuku consists of: The color white has been recognized in many societies as a symbol of purity and virtue. The Read more…
Japanese fireworks are said to be among the best in the world! Fireworks are a traditional art rooted in the Japanese people, which began in the 1700s and developed dramatically with the introduction of Western technology in the late 19th century. Today, each fireworks display showcases the best of the Read more…
The Furukawa Festival, held in Furukawa-cho, Hida City, deep in the mountains of Gifu Prefecture, is a traditional Shinto ritual which has been designated as a “National Important Intangible Folk-Cultural Property”. The festival, to be held through 14th and 15th of April in 2023, is made up of 3 major Read more…
November is still a nice season to travel throughout Japan, the weather is quite calm and the temperature is fine. FYI Some part of the northern Japan, the winter season is already started. As well as the climate, the beauty of the nature colour should not be forgotten. In Japanese Read more…
According to Forbes, it has been released by Deep Knowledge Group the 100 safest countries (https://www.forbes.com/sites/johnkoetsier/2020/06/05/the-100-safest-countries-in-the-world-for-covid-19/#4cf08cf468c5). The top 10 ranking is as follows: Switzerland Germany Israel Singapore Japan Austria China Australia New Zealand South Korea There is no clear restrictions on Weddings in Japan, however it has been advised the Read more…
Religion in Japan Many of Japanese say that we are “Atheist” but not exactly. We live with multi religions, sometimes it seems very strange from who has own religion. How do we live? The most of the people visit a Shrine or a Temple in January – New Year’s day Read more…