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Things to Know Before Your First Tea Gathering! Attire, Essentials, and Etiquette
When you hear "tea gathering," you might imagine something formal and feel it's intimidating. However, there are actually many different types of tea gatherings, and there are plenty of events that beginners can easily enjoy. In this art... -
Recommended Spot in Kyoto! Introducing Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
In Kyoto, there are various famous tourist attractions, but have you heard of a place called "Kitano Tenmangu" among them? This shrine, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane and affectionately known as "Tenjin-san," is cherished by the loca... -
Kinkaku-ji | Introducing the Charms of a Famous Tourist Attraction!
Among the many tourist spots in Kyoto, we introduce the highly recognized and popular Kinkaku-ji! We'll provide information about its features, highlights, access, insider tips, and more. A must-see for those planning to visit Kyoto! &nb... -
Do you all know Japan’s Three biggest Grand Tea ceremony’s event?
Do you all know about the "Three biggest Grand Tea ceremony" held within Japan? Just as Japan has the Three Great Views, Three Great Clear Streams, and Three Great Hot Springs, there are also the Three Great Tea Gatherings in the world o... -
Let’s take a walk along Horikawa Imadegawa (Ogawa Street), the heart of the Japanese tea ceremony
Today, I'll introduce Horikawa Imadegawa. If you're taking the train, the nearest station is Imadegawa Station, but this area is surrounded by places that embody the essence of Kyoto, such as Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, Kyoto Imperial Palace... -
A Must-Try! Introducing the Allure of Antique Kimono
Do you know about "Antique Kimono"? Let me introduce you to the charm of these vintage kimono, which have a slightly different taste compared to regular ones! What is Antique Kimono? Generally, Antique Kimono refers to kimono made during... -
Tracing the History of Tea Ceremony: Tea and Sen no Rikyū
When you become interested in the art of tea ceremony, you might naturally want to learn about how it originated and evolved to its present state. As tea ceremony is strongly associated with the image of Sen no Rikyū, many people tend to... -
Exploring the Sanjo and Shijo areas! Leisurely strolling through the heart of Kyoto
Kyoto, which evokes a historical atmosphere, attracts numerous tourists, both Japanese and foreigners, every year. The areas of "Sanjo" and "Shijo" that I'll introduce this time are well-known as prominent tourist spots in Kyoto, and the... -
At first you should understand about the History of Japan
It is impossible to understand what is going on in a particular civilization if you dont have some idea of the history and where their ancestors come from. This is the best way to see where they come from an where they are going. Here we... -
The Traditional Japanese Colors to Paint the Tea Room
Many Japanese tea ceremony enthusiasts mention “calming” and “relaxing” as the reason why they enjoy Japanese tea ceremony. From the moment you step into the tearoom, the simple and quiet atmosphere, offering the beauty of Wabi-Sabi, mak...
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