The D.T. Suzuki Museum is a small museum in Kanazawa that showcases the writings and photographs of Daisetsu Suzuki, a Buddhist philosopher born in Kanazawa. The museum provides a beautiful and serene space where visitors can engage in contemplation. Designed by Yoshio Taniguchi, a Japanese architect renowned for his redesign of the Museum of Modern …
The New Year is called “お正月 (Oshōgatsu)” in Japanese.Japan is a country located in East Asia, but unlike other East Asian nations, we do not celebrate the Lunar New Year. So when we say “Oshōgatsu”, it refers to the New Year in the Gregorian calendar. In contrast to Christmas in Japan, New Year’s in Japan …
Discover Tokyo in style aboard an open-top double-decker bus! Did you know exploring waterfront areas without a car can be a bit tricky?With an open-top double-decker bus, all you have to do is just sit and relax for about an hour! You can efficiently tour the city, which is a great option for a day …
In Japan, there are many Shintoists and Buddhists. Christians are said to be only about 1% of the population. However, Christmas is a big event in Japan. After Halloween, the streets and stores are decorated with Christmas decorations, and Christmas songs are played in the stores. Let’s take a look at how Japanese people generally …
Higuma Doughnuts × Coffee Wrights Omotesando is a charming spot in the Harajuku-Omotesando area where you can indulge in coffee and doughnuts. Despite being in a bustling area, this shop is tucked away on a back street, providing a serene atmosphere. Renowned for their simple doughnuts that showcase the flavors of ingredients like Hokkaido flour, …
What would you do if you accidentally lost something while traveling or staying in Japan? Going Lost and Found? Giving up? Not so fast! In Japan, the survey says that if you lose your wallet, there is about a 60-70% chance it will return to you. In fact, I have lost my wallet twice, but …
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