Must-Eat Food

Experience Basashi! Why is Japan’s “Cherry Blossom Meat” Leaner than Wagyu? | Local Guide’s Quick Guide

Is it really horse meat? Experience Basashi, Japan's premium "Sakura Meat." Discover why it's a favorite tonic for travel fatigue and why you need a dark handkerchief to eat it! Our local guide explains its beauty and health benefits in simple English. A must-read for adventurous foodies!
2025.06.30
Must-Eat Food
Smile-Sparking Stories

Japanese Castle Virtual Tour｜Funny Backstories by Local Guide (Not in Official Guides)

Discover the secrets of Japanese castles! Skip the dry facts—join a local guide’s virtual tour focusing on "main keeps" and "moats" with funny backstories. We answer common visitor questions with humor and insider insights. Perfect for those who want to understand the samurai spirit without the "long and wrong" lecture.
2025.06.18
Smile-Sparking Stories
Must-See Spots

Experience Zuisenji Temple! The “Mont Saint-Michel of Japan”? | Local Guide’s Quick Guide

Is it a temple or an art museum? Explore Zuisenji, the spiritual heart of woodcarving. Discover the "smiling" stone walls, the stunning Taishido Hall, and the mystery of "Temple Wine." Our local guide explains why it's called the "Mont Saint-Michel of Japan" in simple English. A must-read for art and culture lovers!
2025.06.17
Must-See Spots
Japanese Legend

Who is Rosanjin? Japan’s “Steve Jobs” of Art and Gourmet Culture

Who is Kitaoji Rosanjin? Discover the legendary Japanese polymath who revolutionized gourmet culture with his philosophy: "Utensils are the attire of cuisine." This quick guide explores his mastery of ceramics, calligraphy, and architecture. Learn why he’s called the "Steve Jobs of Japan" and how his bold aesthetic continues to inspire global fashion and art today. Perfect for foodies and art lovers visiting Japan.
2025.06.14
Japanese Legend
Must-Eat Food

Experience Natto! Why is this “Sticky Spiderweb” Japan’s Secret to Long Life? | Local Guide’s Quick Guide

Is it spoiled or a superfood? Experience Natto, Japan’s most controversial breakfast! From its skin-beautifying art to the "Marriage Deal-Breaker" debate, our local guide explains its pungent charm in simple English. Discover why this sticky dish is the key to longevity—if you dare to try!
2025.06.07
Must-Eat Food
Smile-Sparking Stories

D.T. Suzuki Museum Zen Tour｜Funny Backstories by Local Guide (Not in Official Guides)

Discover the world of Zen at the D.T. Suzuki Museum! Skip the dry lectures—join a local guide’s virtual tour exploring "Zen philosophy" and "Minimalist architecture" with funny backstories. From the meaning of "○△□" to the secrets of the water mirror, we answer your questions with humor. Perfect for an entertaining dive into Japanese spirituality.
2025.06.03
Smile-Sparking Stories
Japanese Craft

Experience Ohi Ware: A Local Guide’s Quick Introduction to an Extraordinary, Sculpture-Like Clay Tea Bowl in Japanese Pottery

This blog provides a clear and concise introduction to Ohi ware—an extraordinary, sculpture-like clay tea bowl within Japan’s rich pottery tradition, with a history spanning over 350 years. Among Japan’s many forms of traditional pottery, Ohi ware stands out for its asymmetrical, unproportioned form and distinctive 'Ame-yu' (Amber Glaze) color.
2025.05.27
Japanese Craft
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Discover Japanese Castles: A Local Guide’s Quick Introduction to Japan’s Incredible Wooden Architectural Marvels!

This blog offers a clear and concise introduction to Japanese castles—extraordinary wooden architectural marvels with a history spanning over 500 years. Among Japan’s many traditional wooden structures, such as grand temples and towering pagodas, castles stand out for their multi-layered designs and dynamic construction.
2025.05.08
Must-See Spots
Must-Experience Culture

⛩ Experience Jinja: A Local Guide’s Quick Manual on How to Enter Japan’s Most Mysterious and Sacred World!

This blog offers a clear and concise introduction to Jinja—Japan’s most mysterious and sacred world of Shinto shrines, focusing on the step-by-step procedures during a shrine visit."Entering Through the Torii Gate" to "Exiting Through the Torii Gate"
2025.05.06
Must-Experience Culture
Japanese Craft

Experience Inami Woodcarving! The Town Where Sculptures Come to Life | Local Guide’s Quick Guide

Hear the rhythmic "tap-tap" of chisels in Inami, Japan's woodcarving capital. Discover 3D dragons at Zuisenji Temple and why these carvings rival the masterpieces of European cathedrals. Our local guide explains the "Inami Spirit" in simple English. Perfect for art lovers and curious travelers!
2025.05.05
Japanese Craft
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