Looking for foxes at Hikan Inari Shrine near Sensoji
I’ve been passionate about foxes for a couple of years now, and my love for yokai goes back to the time I was watching Yu Yu Hakusho. Every time I …
Minato Shichifukujin Meguri
The first seven days of the year are considered among the luckiest in Japan, so Shichifukujin Meguri (or the visit to the seven lucky gods) is really popular: this year …
Starting 2023 in Tokyo
Realising I’m one month late, but so many things happen in January! And I finally want to write again; making virtual walks videos is nice – not to mention a …
Quick guide to Miraikan, Odaiba
On July 9, Miraikan in Odaiba celebrated its anniversary and the admission ticket was free, so we decided to go and check the museum. Odaiba is famous for being a …
How I moved to Tokyo
One year ago I quit my job and moved back to Italy. I didn’t give myself much time to rest, but it was nice to be in a familiar place …
The 12 original castles of Japan
There are only 12 castles in Japan that have the original structure – meaning the main building wasn’t rebuilt through time. Si-take., CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons Hirosaki Castle, …
Japanese Tales: The Fire of the Furisode
Among the Japanese stories and legends there is that of the great Meireki fire (明 暦 の 大火, Meireki no taika) or the fire of the furisode. Let’s find out …
All You Need To Know About Kokeshi Dolls
I started to get interested in kokeshi dolls through Kimmidol, which are modern versions designed for a more Western market. As it always happens to me, I am passionate about …
Why strawberries are popular in Japan – Ichigo No Hi
Strawberries are the most beloved fruit in Japan, so much that you can find them in parfaits, daifuku mochi, and super kawaii and photogenic Christmas cakes. And they also have …