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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...
Enjoy the Kagurazaka Walk Tour: Discover Reversible One-Way Street and Tokyo's First Pedestrian-Only Street
Kagurazaka is a uniquely charming area in Tokyo, known for its rare traffic system of 'reversible one-way streets,' reflecting the...
Shinya Yamada
May 3, 20242 min read
Noh Experience for Beginners in Tokyo—The Charm of Noh and Kyogen
About Noh and Kyogen, Together Known as Nohgaku Nohgaku, Japan's prestigious traditional stage art, comprises two elements: Noh and...
Shinya Yamada
May 2, 20242 min read
Did you know that Natsume Soseki, author of "I Am a Cat" and "Kokoro," had deep ties to Kagurazaka?
Natsume Soseki’s Deep Connections to Kagurazaka Kagurazaka is known as a cultural city where many literary giants have lived. Figures...
Shinya Yamada
May 1, 20243 min read
Celebrate the Golden Jubilee at the 50th Kagurazaka Festival in 2024
Kagurazaka Festival 2024: Held from July 24 to July 27 The dates for the 2024 Kagurazaka Festival have been decided. This year, the...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 30, 20242 min read
Kotonoha Noh Vol.3 at Yarai Noh Theater: An Enjoyable Experience for the Visually Impaired
Making Yarai Noh Theater Accessible to Visually Impaired Individuals I attended " Kotonoha Noh Vol.3 " at Yarai Noh Theater yesterday....
Shinya Yamada
Apr 29, 20242 min read
Kagurazaka Street Stage, Oedo Tour 2024: Now Available in English!
Welcome to Kagurazaka Street Stage, Oedo Tour 2024 The English website for the Kagurazaka Street Stage, Oedo Tour 2024 has now been...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 28, 20242 min read
Experience Traditional Japanese Architectural Techniques (6): "Onigawara"
At the Kigumi Museum, you can experience more than just timber framing—many traditional Japanese architectural techniques are on display...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 27, 20242 min read
Experiencing Traditional Japanese Architectural Techniques (5): "Wa-Kugi" (Japanese Nails)
At the Kigumi Museum, visitors can experience more than just timber framing; most of these techniques are registered as UNESCO Intangible...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 26, 20242 min read
Japanese Traditional Crafts—Once Lost, They May Never Return: How to Support Japanese Artisans with Experience Tour
Japan is home to numerous exquisite traditional crafts, but they are not automatically preserved through generations. The market for...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 25, 20242 min read
Experience Japanese Noh Theater in Shinjuku, Tokyo
Starting on April 1st, we launched the premium cultural experience tour " Kagurazaka Refined Wander: Cultural Awakening Around Every Bend...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 24, 20243 min read
Experience Hachioji Kuruma Ningyo and Geisha Performances at Kagurazaka's Ryotei "Yukimoto"
Kagurazaka's ryotei " Yukimoto " proudly hosts the 16th Kagura Goyomi event, featuring the Hachioji Kuruma Ningyo performance . They are...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 23, 20243 min read
Authentic Ukiyo-e Printmaking Experience Under Artisan Guidance at Takahashi Studio
At our company, we have had the privilege of participating in an authentic Ukiyo-e printmaking experience under the guidance of real...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 22, 20243 min read
The Wonderful "Seigakai" Experience: Enjoying Geisha Performances in Kagurazaka, Asakusa, Kyoto, and Fukuoka for 8 Hours
On Saturday, April 20, 2024, I had the pleasure of attending the "Seigakai" held at the Meiji Theater. The event is organized by the...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 21, 20242 min read
Deep Connections between Kagurazaka and Fukui Prefecture: Experience History with Kagurazaka Street Walk Tours
The Hokuriku Shinkansen Was Extended to Fukui Prefecture On March 16, 2024, the Hokuriku Shinkansen was extended to Tsuruga Station. This...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 20, 20242 min read
Experience Traditional Japanese Culture at Kagurazaka Street Stage O-edo Tour 2024
Join us for a unique experience in Tokyo's hidden gem, Kagurazaka. On May 18th (Saturday) and 19th (Sunday) of 2024, the entire...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 19, 20242 min read
Experience Authentic Japanese Artisanship with Wasuian Samue Rentals
Introduction Our company offers rental services for work clothes known as samue, produced by Idaseni Co., Ltd. (brand name: Wasuian) in...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 18, 20242 min read
Experiencing Traditional Japanese Architectural Techniques (4): "Saishiki"
Experience Key Traditional Japanese Architectural Techniques At the Kigumi Museum, visitors can explore not only "Kigumi" but also other...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 17, 20242 min read
Cross Hotel Sapporo Features Our Clothing Rental Service: Experience Traditional Culture and Nature
Honored to Have Our Clothing Rental Service Valued by Cross Hotel Sapporo, a Hotel That Emphasizes Experiences Beyond Just Accommodation...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 16, 20243 min read
Experiencing Traditional Japanese Architectural Techniques (3): "Urushi Lacquering"
Experience Key Traditional Japanese Architectural Techniques At the Kigumi Museum, visitors can explore not only "Kigumi" but also other...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 15, 20242 min read
How to Experience Real Edo: Kagurazaka to Kawagoe with the Legacy of Tadakatsu Sakai
Did You Know Kagurazaka Was Built for Shogun Tokugawa Iemitsu? In a previous blog, we discussed how Kagurazaka was constructed in 1636 as...
Shinya Yamada
Apr 14, 20242 min read
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