Festivals and Holidays

1. 2019.03.19

   How Cherry Blossoms Became the Symbol of Japan

   Close your eyes. What comes to mind when I say “Japan”? Westerners reply with a …

2. 2018.07.3

   Tanabata Festival

   Tanabata festival decorationsOne of the best parts about living in Japan has t…

3. 2018.03.23

   Experience Spring in Japan

   Spring, it’s a time when the cold of winter gives way to warm winds. I…

4. 2017.12.14

   Experience Christmas in Japan

   The Christmas season, it's that magical time of year. The time whe…

5. 2017.10.3

   Experience – Autumn in Japan

   A mix of trees outside of Houkoku TempleIn Japan, autumn is consid…