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Japan
Tradition meets tech in this unforgettable destination. From ancient shrines and tea ceremonies to neon-lit nights and bullet trains, Japan is a study in contrasts. These posts guide you through the must-sees of Tokyo.
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Tokyo is a fabulous city to start or continue your East Asia explorations. There’s an abundance of things to do in Tokyo and districts with varying personalities to explore. Whether you want …
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Kawara: Decoding the Unique Roof Tiles of Japan
by Madam ZoZo3 minutes readKawara, the traditional, roof tiles of Japan, not only keep the rain out but they have personality, meaning and spiritual symbolism. You cannot travel to Japan without noticing the tidiness, attention to …
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Learn the meaning of traditional Japanese patterns, aka Wagara, and the inspiration behind each of these beautiful graphic motifs.
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Cherry Blossoms Meaning & Symbolism – The Ultimate Guide
by Madam ZoZo9 minutes readEver dreamed of getting lost in a cherry blossom hanagasumi (that’s Japanese for “flower haze”)? Here isyour guide to the magic of cherry blossoms, including how to tell them apart from similar …
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It happened by accident that our visit to Meiji Jingu (shrine) coincided with the 163rd anniversary of Emperor Meiji’s birth and within the bounds of the Grand Autumn Festival that celebrates Emperor …
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Often overlooked for its world-famous cherry blossoms, autumn sees Japan’s chrysanthemums bloom into radiant glory. Here the flowers, known as kiko in Japanese, are a powerful cultural symbol. Even fierce samurai warriors …
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There is barely a culture or a time in history I don’t associate with the expressive, ever stylish and practical hand fan. Whether it is an ancient Egyptian king languishing in the …