Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner

Episode 4: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – The Seasonal Beauty of the Geisha District and the Grace of Geisha – An Interview with Ayumi Terada, Proprietress of Yukimoto In Tokyo

The Kagurazaka Geisha District Recovered Earlier Than the Other Five Districts in Tokyo This is the fourth installment in our Kagurazaka...

Episode 3: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – Discover the 400-Year History of Soumaya, a Stationery Store in Tokyo’s Kagurazaka

Exploring Japanese Culture and History Through Stationery Store in Tokyo's Kagurazaka This is the third installment in our series...

Episode 2: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – The History and Evolution of Toushien Pottery Shop in Tokyo

Kagurazaka Store Owner Interview Series In the second installment of our Kagurazaka store owner Interview series exploring the charm of...

Episode 1: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – “Japanese Pottery Should Be Held to Be Appreciated” – Exploring Maruoka Toen and the Charm of Ceramics in Tokyo

Kagurazaka Store Owner Interview Series Begins This marks the start of the series " Exploring the Charm of Kagurazaka’s Shopping Street...

Why Japan Became a Gourmet Powerhouse: It All Started with Tofu

Japan: A Global Gourmet Giant Dominating the Michelin Rankings and Winning Hearts of Food-Loving Tourists Japan is renowned worldwide as...

Shinya Yamada

Sep 6, 20242 min read

3 Reasons Why Samurai Were Drawn to Zen

Many samurai admired the spirit of Zen and practiced it. Here are three reasons why: 1: Timing and Historical Context The connection...

Shinya Yamada

Sep 5, 20243 min read

September Parfait Announcement: Have You Heard of the Sweet "Nagano Purple" Grapes?

Indulge in Seasonal Delights: September's Parfait Featuring Nagano Purple and Shine Muscat Grapes At " Couches de bonheur " in...

Shinya Yamada

Sep 4, 20242 min read

We Have Been Authorized to Use the "Tokyo Tokyo" Icon by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government

Authorized to Use the "Tokyo Tokyo" Icon We, EDO KAGURA Corporation, have been authorized by the Tokyo Brand Icon Management Office of...

Shinya Yamada

Sep 3, 20242 min read

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,"...

Shinya Yamada

Sep 2, 20243 min read

101 Years After the Great Kanto Earthquake: Why Shinjuku's Kagurazaka Escaped Damage

Reflecting on the 101st Anniversary of the Great Kanto Earthquake Today, September 1, 2024, marks the 101st anniversary of the Great...

Shinya Yamada

Sep 1, 20242 min read

What is Zen? A Simple Answer, Hard to Grasp: Visual and Clear Guidance at Denchu Temple in Tokyo

Exploring the Simple Complexity of 'What is Zen': Insights from the Soto Zen Sect For many travelers, both foreign and Japanese,...

Shinya Yamada

Aug 31, 20242 min read

Road Race Through World Heritage Sites! The Deadline for 'Tour de Nanto' Registration Is September 20

Join the Challenging 110 km Ride "Tour de Nanto 2024" Through World Heritage and Scenic Mountain Roads! On Sunday, October 13, 2024, "...

Shinya Yamada

Aug 30, 20244 min read

The Allure of Hokusai's Ukiyo-e: "Express it More Vividly than Reality"

Bridging Perceptions and Realities in Ukiyo-e Art Within the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's " Traditional Crafts of Tokyo " website,...

Shinya Yamada

Aug 29, 20242 min read

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...

Shinya Yamada

Aug 28, 20243 min read

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)...

Shinya Yamada

Aug 27, 20243 min read

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...

Shinya Yamada

Aug 26, 20243 min read

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...

Shinya Yamada

Aug 25, 20242 min read

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,...

Shinya Yamada

Aug 24, 20243 min read

The Beauty of Geisha Lies in the Grace of Her "Shosa(Movements)": Experience the Beautiful Geisha in Tokyo

Geisha are beautiful, and not just in appearance. Their refined movements enhance their beauty and make them shine. In Japanese, these...

Shinya Yamada

Aug 23, 20242 min read

Why is Reigi (Respect and Etiquette) Necessary in Martial Arts? Learning the Samurai Spirit in Tokyo

The Foundation of Martial Arts: Reigi (Respect and Etiquette) It is said that " Budo " (martial arts) begins and ends with Reigi (Respect...

Shinya Yamada

Aug 22, 20242 min read

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...

Shinya Yamada

Aug 21, 20243 min read

Traditional Dyeing in Shinjuku: Beat the Heat with a Cool Dyeing Experience by the River

Enjoy Traditional Dyeing Experience in Shinjuku Our company offers dyeing experience tours at " Tomita Sen Kogei (Tokyo Some Monogatari...

Shinya Yamada

Aug 20, 20242 min read

The "Shosho" Period, When the Heat Begins to Subside, Starts on August 22nd. Do you know 24 sekki (Solar Terms) and 72 kō (Micro-seasons)?

Understanding Japan's Seasonal Rhythm: The 24 Solar Terms and 72 Micro-seasons In Japan, there is a unique way of dividing the seasons...

Shinya Yamada

Aug 19, 20242 min read

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...

Shinya Yamada

Aug 18, 20244 min read