Category Archives for Culture
Asakusa Sensoji
Asakusa Sensoji is a temple in Tokyo. It is the oldest one in the city and has been a popular tourist spot for many years. The iconic giant red paper lantern is one of the trademarks of the temple. The … Continue reading
Rice Field (Tanbo,田んぼ）
Before going to Japan I had a preconceived image of the country, which was fabricated through popular media. After years of yearning to visit Japan, that wish came true when I studied abroad. Leaving the airport that preconceived image slowly … Continue reading
Cherry Blossom Flavored Cake
Cherry blossoms are a loved plant, but there is another thing that comes along during the season. Limited edition Sakura flavored goods from cakes to ice cream. I always wondered what cherry blossom tasted like and I still do not … Continue reading
Cherry Blossom Season
Right now in Japan there are cherry blossoms blooming in various parts of the country. It is a beloved flower that people from all over the world go to see. There are so many events related to the cherry blossom … Continue reading
Namba Yasaka Shrine
When traveling to another country I like to wander around and see what I’ll find. On the last day of trip to Osaka my friends and I wanted to kill time before we had to board our bus back to … Continue reading