Shukujitsu & Saijitsu: Preserving Culture Through Holidays

Many countries around the world legislated different dates in their respective calendars to be holidays. In Japan, there is a two-fold understanding of what a holiday means. Regardless of their design...

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Walking down one Thousand Torii for Prosperity: a guide of Fushimi Inari Taisha

Going through travel guides of Kyoto, you’ve probably seen the thousand red gates and perhaps even have taken pictures; however, there’s so much more to explore at Fushimi Inari Taisha alo...

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Autumn in Japan: Famous Festivals and Momijigari

Japan's autumn is best known for the beautiful shades of red, yellow, and orange found in the leaves. The foliage of the autumn trees, along with the comfortable weather, make it a fantastic time ...

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