Do You Know the Best Walkable Cities in Tokyo? 3 Commonalities Between Ginza and Shinjuku's Kagurazaka
Ginza is well-known to many, while Shinjuku's Kagurazaka is less recognized. For example, according to WordStream's "Free Keyword Tool,"...
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Shinya Yamada
- Aug 28
- 3 min
What is Matsuri (Japanese Cultural Festival)? (3): The Most Important Concepts of Matsuri - "Hare" and "Ke"
'Hare' and 'Ke' Is Important for Matsuri (Japanese Cultural Festival) Hare and Ke are Japanese terms that express the rhythm of daily...
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Shinya Yamada
- Aug 27
- 3 min
What is Matsuri (Japanese Cultural Festival)? (2): The Reason Why Matsuri Has Seasonality
Understanding the Reason Behind the Seasonality of Matsuri (Japanese Festivals) Yesterday, I explained why Matsuri (Japanese festivals)...
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Shinya Yamada
- Aug 26
- 3 min
What is Matsuri (Japanese Cultural Festival)? (1): The Reason Why Matsuri is Held Only Once a Year
Do You Know Why Matsuri (Japanese Festivals) Are Held Only Once a Year? Japanese festivals are popular among foreign travelers. While...
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Shinya Yamada
- Aug 25
- 2 min
For Foreign Travelers Planning Domestic Travel in Japan on August 27, 28, and 29: The One Best Course of Action to Avoid the Impact of Typhoon
The Only Way to Avoid the Typhoon's Impact With Typhoon No. 10 approaching, railway and airline companies have announced the possibility...
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Shinya Yamada
- Aug 24
- 3 min
Anticipation for "2024 Kagurazaka Machitobi Festa (Festival)" in Tokyo
2024 Kagurazaka Machitobi Festa (Festival): Celebrating Art and Culture from October 12 to November 3 From October 12th to November 3rd,...
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Shinya Yamada
- Aug 21
- 3 min
Traveling in Japan Will Be Easier Starting September 1st: Expanded Sales Locations for the Prepaid Card "Welcome Suica"
Expanding Access to Convenience: Prepaid Card "Welcome Suica" Now Available Beyond Airports Good news for inbound travelers to Japan! As...
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Shinya Yamada
- Aug 18
- 4 min
Why Do We Feel Both 'Iki' and 'Wabi-Sabi' in Tokyo's Kagurazaka?
Embracing Iki: The Thoughtful Development of Kagurazaka Kagurazaka is a neighborhood known for its ' Iki (Sophisticated) .' The residents...
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Shinya Yamada
- Aug 17
- 4 min
Did You Know About the Edo Period Theme Park, Koishikawa Korakuen? It's Ranked Among the Top 5 Japanese Gardens in the Country.
The Prestige of Koishikawa Korakuen: A Top 5 Japanese Garden Yesterday, we informed you that Koishikawa Korakuen is the wide-area...
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Shinya Yamada
- Aug 16
- 2 min
Evacuation Information for the Kagurazaka Area, Shinjuku Ward
Stay Safe in Kagurazaka, Shinjuku Ward: Essential Evacuation Information Today, August 16, 2024, Typhoon No. 7, a powerful storm, is...
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Shinya Yamada
- Aug 15
- 2 min
Do You Know About Komainu (Guardian Lion-Dogs)? The Rare Komainu of Kagurazaka, Shinjuku
What Are Komainu (Guardian Lion-Dogs)? Are you familiar with the many Komainu (guardian lion-dogs) found at Shinto shrines? The Komainu...
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Shinya Yamada
- Aug 14
- 2 min
Do You Know About the Popular Event "Kagurazaka Bakeneko Festival 2024"? Only 2 Months Until It Starts!
Get Ready for the Kagurazaka Bakeneko Festival: A Cat Parade Like No Other! Have you heard of the " Kagurazaka Bakeneko Festival " ? This...
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Shinya Yamada
- Aug 13
- 3 min
Low Food Globalization Index Reflects Few Foreign Visitors in Kagurazaka but Highlights Its Authentic Japanese Charm
Measuring Foreign Visitor Impact in Kagurazaka Through a Food Globalization Index While overtourism is a significant concern in many...
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Shinya Yamada
- Aug 5
- 3 min
Bon Odori Festival at Tokyo Daijingu (August 7th and 8th, 2024)
Join the Daijingu Bon Odori Festival 2024: A Free, Family-Friendly Summer Event On August 7th (Wednesday) and 8th (Thursday), the...
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Shinya Yamada
- Jul 31
- 3 min
Are You a Traveler or a Tourist? If You Are a Traveler, Come to Shinjuku Kagurazaka
The Difference between Travelers and Tourists American writer Gilbert K. Chesterton once said, " The traveler sees what he sees; the...
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Shinya Yamada
- Jul 28
- 2 min
"Kagurazaka Festival 2024" Awa Odori Finale: The Best Way to End a Festival is with a Drink at Geisha Bar
"Kagurazaka Festival 2024" Concludes On July 27, 2024, the "Kagurazaka Matsuri (Festival) 2024" concluded with great success, fitting for...
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Shinya Yamada
- Jul 27
- 2 min
The Beauty of Geisha Dancing Awa Odori at the "Kagurazaka Festival 2024": The Charm that Increases by Concealing
Awa Odori Has Begun in Kagurazaka On the third day of the "Kagurazaka Matsuri (Festival) 2024" (July 26, 2024), an Awa Odori competition...
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Shinya Yamada
- Jul 26
- 3 min
Is a Guide a Cost or an Investment for Travelers? Let's Consider This in Kagurazaka, Shinjuku Ward.
Don't Leave Without Experiencing Kagurazaka's Greatest Charm During the "Kagurazaka Matsuri (Festival) 2024," the main street, Kagurazaka...
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Shinya Yamada
- Jul 25
- 2 min
Kagurazaka Festival 2024 Kicks Off. Kagurazaka Street is Packed, but the Charming Cobblestone Backstreets are Sadly Empty.
The "Kagurazaka Festival 2024" Has Begun Yesterday, July 24, 2024, the "Kagurazaka Matsuri (Festival) 2024" began. It will continue for...
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Shinya Yamada
- Jul 24
- 4 min
Do You Know About Wagasa (Traditional Japanese Umbrella)? How to Borrow Wagasa for Free
What is Wagasa (Traditional Japanese Umbrella)? Wagasa is a traditional Japanese umbrella made by attaching Washi paper to a frame...
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