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Daijosai 2019: The Emperor Naruhito show his respect and gratitude to Amaterasu Ohmikami

Daijosai is the first Niinamesai the Emperor holds in his rein. It is a ritual in which the Emperor shows his respect and gratitude Amaterasu Ohomikami, the most admired Deity in Shinto and the ancestor of the emperor.

2019.11.10

Enthronement/即位For International ReadersJapanese culture and traditions

Emperor naruhito’s enthronement ceremony: Sokui Seiden no Gi in 2019

On 1st March 2019, Emperor Naruhito acceded to the Chrysanthemum Throne and became the 126th Emperor of Japan. On 22th October 2019. Emperor Naruhito is to declare his accession in Sokuirei Seiden no Gi at Imperial Palace. In this article, we learn about what is it.

2019.10.11

Enthronement/即位For International ReadersJapanese culture and traditions

The meaning of Reiwa, the new Japanese Imperial period

Reiwa (令和), what does the new Imperial period/era mean? Why are Japanese people delighted because it was quoted the Manyosyu?

2019.04.01

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For International ReadersJapanese culture and traditions

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For International ReadersSakkura/Cherry blossom

Places to visit in Kyoto after COVID-19

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2020.05.26

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Omuro Zakura in Ninnaji temple and its forecast 2026: Full bloom 4/11 御室桜英語で説明

Generally speaking, Omuro Zakura of Ninnaji is the last-blooming Sakura in Kyoto. It is in full-bloom in mid-April usually. You can learn about the Sakura and the way to enjoy it in this article.

2020.03.12

For International ReadersSakkura/Cherry blossom

The events canceled due to Coronavirus in Kyoto

OverviewHere in Kyoto, some events are canceled due to widespread coronavirus. The following is the gist of them officia...

2020.03.02

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Breaking report on Sakura/ Cherry blossoms in Kyoto 4/12/2026: Omuro Zakuras and Shidare Zakuas in Migoro 京都の桜開花状況英語版

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2020.03.10

For International ReadersSakkura/Cherry blossom