Sekigahara War Land: Japan’s surprisingly moving quirky travel spot
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Get Tipsy in a Town Steeped in Showa Nostalgia! Kimono trip by Ranno Hana【Shinjuku Golden district, ed.】
Hello, it’s Ranno Hana (蘭乃はな) here! As the lingering summer warmth gradually gives way to a chill in the air, it's becoming the perfect season for wearing kimono (着物). Are you all enjoying your outings in kimono? Whether it’s kimono for the theatre or for afternoon tea—it’s all so elegant, isn’t it? But today, I’d like to suggest something a little different... going out for drinks in kimono! Yes, really!!
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The magical art of gold leaf reveals the hidden mastery of Japanese beauty [Hamidashi NEO Art Series]
The ‘Shogakukan no zukan NEO (小学館の図鑑NEO)’ series, Japan’s best-selling educational encyclopaedia collection with over 15 million copies sold, has released the highly anticipated second volume in its art-themed edition: NEO Art: Discovering National Treasures. Accessible for both children and adults, this new volume allows readers to explore the depths of Japanese art without needing prior knowledge of historical context or artistic background. In this series, we share behind-the-scenes stories and fascinating facts that didn’t make it into the final pages of the book.
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The gentle grace of my grandmother in kimono. Ito Hitomi “Dressing in ‘Wa’, Adorning the day to day” 5
Ito Hitomi (伊藤仁美) is a kimono (着物) specialist and cultural advocate, born and raised in Ryosoku-in (両足院), a Zen temple (禅寺) in Kyoto. Through lectures, events and her everyday activities, she explores the value of Japanese aesthetics and works to carry them into the future through the medium of kimono. In this series, she reflects on her life’s path and the enduring charm of the kimono she wears each day.
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The timeless beauty of blades passed down through the Imperial Family — What made the Tachi So beloved by the Heian Nobility? Sawada Toko ‘Biso no Nippon: The history of dressing up’
Dressing up and adorning oneself with sparkling jewellery. There lies the human desire to be beautiful and to add colour to one's life. In our series 'Biso (美装) no Nippon: The History of dressing up', writer Sawada Toko traces the history of various ornaments and jewellery, and explores the mysteries behind the act of dressing up.
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How did Ukiyo-e influence Monet? 10 iconic themes mirrored in his pieces [part1]
In 19th-century Paris, Monet was one of the earliest artists to be captivated by and begin collecting Ukiyo-e (浮世絵) prints. Perhaps unsurprisingly, several of his works seem to reflect that influence. In this article, we compare Monet’s paintings with Ukiyo-e prints to explore the extent of that influence—and his deep affection for Japanese art !
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MK Taxi’s Top 5 popular Kyoto desert places
Kyoto is home to numerous famous sweet shops, known for their offerings like mame daifuku (豆大福, Smooth mochi made with pounded rice, with red bean filling and soybeans) and ohagi (おはぎ, rice balls made of mochi rice), where people have been queuing for years. It’s not uncommon to come across a new queue and think, “Oh, there’s a line here too!” Here, we introduce some of the latest popular sweet shops, as recommended by a well-known Kyoto taxi company.
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A glimpse into the world of incense, through the eyes of Murasaki Shikibu, Sei Shonagon and the people of the Heian period Sawada Toko ‘Biso no Nippon: The history of dressing up’
Dressing up and adorning oneself with sparkling jewellery. There lies the human desire to be beautiful and to add colour to one's life. In our series 'Biso (美装) no Nippon: The History of dressing up', writer Sawada Toko traces the history of various ornaments and jewellery, and explores the mysteries behind the act of dressing up.
2025.05
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How to truly appreciate the hidden wonders of Japan’s national treasure, Sanjusangendo Temple
The sight of over a thousand golden statues of the Thousand-Armed Kannon (千手観音) is overwhelming—but the magnificence of Sanjusangen-do (三十三間堂) doesn’t end there. The hall itself, designated as a National Treasure, holds architectural marvels worthy of deep appreciation. We spoke with Professor Yagasaki Zentaro (矢ヶ崎善太郎), an expert in architectural history, to uncover its hidden charms.
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