In 794 Kyoto became Japan’s capital for more than 1,000 years. However, if you compare Kyoto to Japan’s other very

What might take most by surprise is that ikebana, the beautiful art of Japanese flower arranging, originated in a temple.

In Japan, there are several forms of well-known theatrical arts such as kabuki, Noh and kyogen to name of few.

In the Shinto religion, there are literally thousands and thousands of gods; but everyone has favorites. Easily one of the

After Obon, people in Japan work busily until without realizing it, it already the end of the year! While New

The snack aisle is in a  Japanese supermarket can leave first-time visitors gobsmacked.  From sweet to savory, Japanese snacks come

Out of the way of the bustle of Osaka City is the Okukawachi region. In this quiet and beautiful place,

Tucked away in the mountains of north Osaka the 23rd temple of Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage, Katsuo-ji Temple [勝尾寺]. This ancient