Shimogamo Shrine in Kyoto, Japan played host to a unique traditional sporting event known as the Kemari Hajime on January 4th….

Fires and Fortune: The Symbolism behind Okera Mairi The Yasaka-jinja Shrine in Kyoto, Japan, hosts a vibrant late-night festival known as…

The Tradition of Hatsumode One of the most sacred customs in Japan, Hatsumode, marks the first shrine or temple visit of…

Aiding in New Year’s Purification: The Significance of Ringing the Bell 108 Times Joya-no-Kane, a Buddhist custom in Japan, involves ringing…

A Tribute to a Buddhist Priest Kobo-ichi, popularly known as Kobo-san, is not just an average market. This flea market held…

Held every December 14th at the Bishamon-dō temple in Yamashina, the Gishi Matsuri festival is a historical commemoration of the renowned…

The Tale of the 47 Rōnin and its Connection to Hōjū-ji Temple Each year on December 14th, the serene ambiance of…

A Glimpse of Japan’s Culinary Heartbeat Understanding Kyō-ryōri Kyō-ryōri, the very soul of Japanese culinary culture, is a symphony of five…

Hari Kuyo Festival Hari Kuyo, also known as the Japanese Buddhist and Shinto Festival of Broken Needles, is a unique event…

The Japanese art of flower arranging, Ikebana, a fine tradition inherent in Japanese culture since the Heian period (784 – 1185…