Like this post? Help us by sharing it! As the colds of winter crept closer last year, we picked our 6 favourite winter festivals – crisp evenings, thick snow and twinkly illuminations make the season a special one. But with long hot days, icy beer and a calendar fit to burst with events, when it […]
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Top 6 food and drink festivals in Japan
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Japan stands out as a must-visit destination for so many reasons… stunning scenery, slick technology and a culture unlike any other. But for many, the biggest draw is undoubtedly the food. Like this post? Help us by sharing it!
Top tips for visiting the Miyajima Water Fireworks Festival
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Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Having made Hiroshima his home, tour leader, Hugh knows all of the secrets for making the most of the fireworks festival on neighbouring Miyajima. Like this post? Help us by sharing it!
New Year in Japan: Kawagoe Daruma Market at Kita-in Temple
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! New Year hails new beginnings and good intentions; in Japan, a handy little Daruma doll helps you on your way bringing good luck in the year ahead. Sales team leader, Anna, peeks behind the scenes of New Year traditions in Japan. Like this post? Help us by […]
All-female Takarazuka: Japanese musical theatre with a twist
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Many people are familiar with Japan’s traditional male-only Kabuki theatre – an ancient art form that continues to this day. Fewer people know that there is a modern counter-part performed entirely by women; Amy was lucky enough to see the all-female Takarazuka Revue perform this year. Like […]
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Many people are familiar with Japan’s traditional male-only Kabuki theatre – an ancient art form that continues to this day. Fewer people know that there is a modern counter-part performed entirely by women; Amy was lucky enough to see the all-female Takarazuka Revue perform this year. Like […]