Cherry Blossom The Temple Where Cats Bring Luck to You: Gotokokuji Temple
In a calm residential area in Setagaya borough, a 10-minute walk away from Gotokuji Station on the Odakyu Line, you will...
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Cherry Blossom A lovely day with my guest: Smile, Happy and “Hoppy”!
It was a great time exploring some sightseeing spots in Tokyo with a European family. They were so lovely, kind, and che...
Cherry Blossom Early-blooming Sakuras in Shinjuku Gyoen Garden
I walked through Shinjuku Gyoen Garden, one of the largest gardens in Tokyo, yesterday morning (March 16, 2024). It was ...
Culture Meiji-Jingu Shrine (3): Wedding Ceremony
I was so lucky to come across a wedding ceremony while visiting the Meiji-Jingu shrine. A bridal couple came out of the ...
Culture Meiji-Jingu Shrine (1): The Ichi-no-Torii and the main street
One of the most popular tourist destinations for international visitors in Tokyo must be the Meiji-Jingu shrine, which e...
Food Unagi is not ugly; it’s tasty!!
Unagi no Kabayaki (eel broiled with teriyaki-like sauce) is one of the popular and beloved Japanese cuisines. I know it ...
Culture A beautiful Asakusa night!
The Sensoji temple housings lit up in the evening are my favorite scenery. I took these photos just after it stopped rai...
Drink Enjoy Japanese sake at Toyama Bar!
Toyama, located in the central north of Japan, is famous for its clean, pure water and delicious rice. High-quality wate...
Culture A wonderful day with guests!
It was a pleasant and exciting day with my guests from the United States. Our eight-hour tour started from Tokyo Skytree...