Celebrate Children’s Day Like They Do In Japan
Today is a special day in Japan called Children’s Day. This is the last day during Golden Week, which is really important in Japan. Children’s Day used to exclusively celebrate … Continue Reading →
Category: Japanese Traditions
Japanese festivals, ancient culture, traditions, artifacts
Unique Ways to Celebrate Star Wars Day This Year
May the fourth be with you! Star Wars is a huge deal in Japan. It’s actually just a world wide phenomenon. Especially since Star Wars has been transferred to Disney, … Continue Reading →
Books on Japanese Gardening for 2016
LET’S START GARDENING GUYS! I promised you guys some resources, so here they are! I know that I’m a book person personally. Especially when I’m outside doing things, I hate … Continue Reading →
Japanese Garden Elements – Stone and Sand
The final element I will be reviewing for Japanese Gardens are stones and sand. This is a very important element as it is one of the bases for the garden … Continue Reading →
Japanese Garden Elements – Plants
I don’t feel like you can have a garden without plants! This week’s garden element is plants. Of course, there is more to this than just planting plants. There are … Continue Reading →
Japanese Garden Elements – Lanterns
My information might not be entirely accurate, so I welcome any input on this particular topic. Lanterns in Japan are very symbolic. As for Japanese gardens, they have changed through … Continue Reading →
Japanese Garden Elements – Water
In honor of spring I will be covering the different elements of Japanese gardens. Maybe you can find ideas here of creating your own little oasis. I know for me … Continue Reading →
Beginning of Sakura Season!!
This week is Haru no Higan, which is a seven day period celebrating Spring Equinox. On this particular day, Shunbun no hi, there is equal time of night and day, … Continue Reading →
Alright Men! It’s White Day in Japan!
Guys, do you remember all those chocolates or gifts you might have gotten? Those ladies are probably going to expect something back… This is why us ladies get to be … Continue Reading →
Dessert in Japan: Rokkatei
Have you guys ever heard of Rokkatei? This place is well known for its desserts, especially its butter cream sandwich. Just the thought of this as a snack is making … Continue Reading →