Japanese culture and traditions Fujibakama: In Serch of Lost Sakura 藤袴英語で説明
The fragrance reminds us of Sakuras.
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Japanese culture and traditions Suzumushi chirps calm: 鈴虫につき英語で説明
As the summer heat calmed down, Suzumushi (鈴虫)reminds us of the conviction for the upcoming season and what a calmness is.
Japanese culture and traditions Higanbana brings us the other side of Jodo paradise 彼岸花英語で説明
Higan Bana makes us come alive. 合掌
Japanese culture and traditions 11 Things should not do in Japan (with reasons) 恥かくで
The following is the list of the things should not do in Japan with many reasons. 合掌
For International Readers Zen Words 2: Chisoku 我唯足知につき英語で説明
The Tsukubai of Ryoanji temple gives us a message: Chisoku. It means "I already know I have all I want to have."
Japanese culture and traditions The meaning of Matsuri 祭の意義につき英語で説明
Matsuri is held in order to show gratitude, respect for Kami or to ask for something to them with offerings and artistic performances. This post will be revised. This is ver. 2.1
Japanese culture and traditions Zen words 1: What is Zen and Buddhism?
Zen words are short sentences lead us to Zen. Zen is a way to understand the truth or "the aim" of Buddhism through experiences. Zen words helps us to it. 合掌
For International Readers Kyoto Autumn leaves 2024 Itinerary 6: Iconic places never to be missed
In this post, I'll show you an itinerary to enjoy the autumn leaves in iconic places: Kiyomizudera, Kinkakuji, Eikando, Nanzenji, Tenjuan, and the night illumination of Eikando and Kiyomizudera.
For International Readers Kyoto Autumn leaves 2024 Itinerary 5: Underrated, quiet places with the origin of Manga
In this post, I'll show you an itinerary to visit some underrated places in Takao on the outskirt of Kyoto: Kozanji, Saimyoji, and Jingoji temple.