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Kyoto Brighton Hotel official website The Imperial Palace area of Kamigyo is the oldest and most central part of Kyoto.Its history began about 1,200 years ago, in 794, when Heian-kyo was established as the capital, and it has developed into a political, cultural, and economic center. Traditional culture and modernity blend seamlessly together, and the streets, where Kyoto townhouses stand side by side with elementary schools, give off a nostalgic vibe. Locals visit long-established soy sauce and miso stores that have been in business for hundreds of years to do their daily shopping, and studen...
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Koinobori, also known as carp banners or carp streamers are traditional decorations displayed outdoors ahead of Chinldren's Day (May 5). You may spot these decorations in front of private homes; parents display them as a wish for their children to grow strong and healthy just like the carp, which are said to be able to swim upstream. Gorgeous displays of koinobori banners can also be found in public places, especially over rivers. Tokyo Tower has a famous annual display of 333 koinobori, a number that coincides with the height of the tower in meters! In this article, we will explore the longst...
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This time, we will introduce the ramen restaurant Torisobaza Ginkagurazaka and the surrounding tourist facilities. edit_note The Iidabashi area is a ramen battleground with many famous ramen restaurants. It is also famous as a tourist area where you can enjoy good old Japanese culture. In particular, Japanese food culture is unique and healthy compared to other countries. Ramen is one of the Japanese foods that every Japanese person knows. There are a wide variety of flavors, such as soy sauce, miso, salt, and pork bone, so you're sure to find a flavor you like. [place_master_id=13637 show_pho...
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Hi there! I'm Kuma from Taiwan, delivering from the KanazawaBiyori Editorial Department. Being in charge of the series "Kuma's Walk in Kanazawa", I have been spending my days discovering various things here. Sometimes new discovery for me, but sometimes maybe also a rediscovery of Kanazawa for the locals! I hope that we can continue the walk in this fascinating place together. Thank you for your interest, and please enjoy reading. ______________________________________ Kanazawa is also known as a city of traditional crafts. In Kanazawa, where cultures such as Noh and tea ceremony have been pas...
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Table of ContentsWhat is Sample Incense?Genjiko has started selling "Otameshiko", a product sold by Genji-koh, a company that specializes in selling incense. A special selection of six scents from the long-selling brand Hana no Hana, which has been loved for over 100 years since the Meiji era. Here's what the scent is like: 6 different scentsHere are the six scents included in the sample incense. ・Agarwood ・Kyara Kongo ・Kyara Taikan ・Lily ・Rose ・Violet There are six types: My number one recommendation is Kyara Kongo. It has an elegant and profound fragrance that combines the sweet and gorgeous...
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Table of ContentsWhat is the Yokoze Carp Streamer Festival? ©Mochida Photography Office In the past, fireworks displays were held at Wada River until the Taisho era, but after the Great Kanto Earthquake, the fireworks were canceled and the funds raised were used to help victims. These fireworks have not been seen since then, but they have now evolved into carp streamers and are still flown in the hope that children will enjoy them as they did in the old days. Approximately 180 carp streamers are hung on four wire ropes spanning the Yokose River, and they swim happily above the river in the spr...
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[place_master_id=5926 DescriptionChange="{ Zenkokuji Temple, a Nichiren sect temple.It is known as a good luck spot because Bishamonten, the god of wealth, is enshrined here. This historic temple was founded in the early Edo period, and has a beautiful garden within its grounds. In spring, the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, and the temple is bustling with visitors. Strolling through the temple grounds amid the fluttering pink and white cherry blossom petals is a wonderful experience that can only be found in Japan.The highlight of Bishamonten Zenkokuji Temple is, without a doubt, the main ...
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Kawachi Momen Hataori Kobo is located about a 5-minute walk from Ishikiri Sando Shopping Street at Ishikiri Station on the Kintetsu Nara Line. This is a rare spot where you can experience the traditional Japanese craft of making Kawachi cotton."Kawachi Cotton" is a cotton fabric made by spinning thread from cotton grown in the Kawachi region (eastern Osaka Prefecture) from the Edo period to the beginning of the Meiji period and woven by hand. It is characterized by its thick threads and thick texture. In the "spinning experience," you will loosen and smooth the cotton fibers, then twist them t...
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Walking around Josai town "Going around the area with our guides" The area west of Tsuyama Castle, the Josai district, is the castle town's largest concentration of temples, and retains the townscape and atmosphere of the Edo period. In 2020, the Josai district was designated an "Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings." The "Okagamine Tour with Guides" is a walking tour of the Josai Town Preservation District, guided by the Josai Jakuso Association. You can choose from the matcha course, the sutra copying/copying Buddha course, or the zazen/meditation course and ex...
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The History of Sushi1. Ancient Origins: Sushi probably originated as a way for Southeast Asian fishermen to preserve fish by salting them, which is also thought to be a type of fermentation technique to preserve fish for long periods of time. 2. Sushi in the Edo Period: Sushi became popular in Japan during the Edo Period (17th to 19th centuries). During the Edo Period, sushi made with fresh seafood caught in the seas around Edo (present-day Tokyo) became popular at Edo food stalls and restaurants. Sushi of this period was generally served with vinegared rice and fish served separately, unlike ...
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