Though Japan has been able to preserve a great number of its ancient traditions, there are still some traditions that

Back in 2009 when I came to Japan for the very first time, I noticed that there was this restaurant

During Golden Week, there is a big festival in Higashi-Osaka that people have loved for centuries, Nozaki Mairi [野崎参り]. Nozaki Mairi

Every year in late April thru early May, the city of Sakai hosts a free azalea festival in the Asakayama

On the border of Osaka Prefecture and Kyoto is Minase Jingu. This relatively small shrine houses the remains of Emperor

Sushi is probably the most famous Japanese food.Sushi the most easily recognizable Japanese dish. While there are a few different

Hidden on the outskirts of Osaka Prefecture is the little-known Hirokawa Temple. Many tourists have never heard of this temple,

Kouzu Shrine, located in the heart of Osaka City, is dedicated to one of the most important people in Osaka’s