Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Japanese art is one of the world’s greatest treasures. From unique styles of ink painting and calligraphy, through innovative ceramics and magnificent woodblock prints, the contributions of Japanese artists are unmatched. Like this post? Help us by sharing it!
Culture & History
Aizu-Wakamatsu: Guide to the Samurai City
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! History buff Andrew Sinclair channels his inner samurai on a jam-packed adventure in little-known Aizu-Wakamatsu. Like this post? Help us by sharing it!
Manhole covers: Japanese streetwear
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! There are endless things to see if you look up in Japan, but have you ever thought to look beneath your feet? A curious craze sees surprisingly beautiful manhole covers making their way on to t-shirts… Like this post? Help us by sharing it!
Quiz: What type of Japan traveller are you?
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! We would never suggest travellers can be categorised, but if you don’t know where to start planning your Japan trip, this handy quiz (and perfect procrastination tool) will give you somewhere to start. Like this post? Help us by sharing it!
6 of the best summer festivals in Japan
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! With long hot days, icy beer and a calendar fit to burst with events, when it comes to festivals in Japan, nothing beats summer. Like this post? Help us by sharing it!
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! With long hot days, icy beer and a calendar fit to burst with events, when it comes to festivals in Japan, nothing beats summer. Like this post? Help us by sharing it!