Only 1 in 100 international travelers visits Saitama, something this new project, with free in-English help over the phone or Internet, wants to change.
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The energetic, dance-filled festival will make its grand outdoor return to the streets of Tokyo for the first time since before the pandemic.
Horses that make it to the top are seen as signs of good harvest, but those that don’t may die.
Weekly performances with dragons and demons in Japan’s Iwami region are an incredible way to connect with and preserve its history.
This registered tangible cultural asset is now closed to the public, which is an absolute shame.
There’s a mysticism to this place that really makes it feel like a turtle could guide you to the Dragon King’s Palace.
If you’re in Tokyo, take a day to immerse yourself in the Edo period atmosphere during one of these events while enjoying the cherry blossoms.
Ningyo was said to have been pulled out of the sea by a fisherman in Tosa domain nearly 300 years ago.
They’re almost too pretty to eat, but you’ll need to chow down if you want to get Japan’s most delicious traditional luck boost.
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