Japan is a country where each season offers a multitude of festivities. Among which, summer festivals, or matsuri in Japanese, occupy a prominent place in the people's hearts. While some famous matsuri attract huge crowds of visitors each year, such as the Gion Matsuri in Kyoto […]
What are Yukatas? The yukata is one of the most common wafuku (traditional Japanese clothing) that is still worn today. This traditional clothing piece is a casual, light-wear version of the kimono, typically made from breathable materials like cotton or linen. As you might know, kimonos […]
In a recent blog post, we shared some insight about what you can do in the famous city when you are visiting. Many travelers regard Hiroshima as a day trip to visit the Genbaku Dome (原爆ドーム, Atomic Bomb Dome), pay their respects at the Peace Memorial […]
