Horiteien is a beautiful traditional Japanese house nestled in a lush green mountainside along the…
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Seeing Japan Through Rose-Colored Glasses: A Guide to Dyeing with Sakura Flowers
Spring has come and the centuries old tradition of enjoying the temporal beauty of the…
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The Old Kawashima Residence
Iwami Ginzan | Oda city, Shimane Prefecture Nestled in an old mining town in the…
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The Story of Natsu Mikan
Today I’d like to share with you a little history about Natsu Mikan. Here we…
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The Kuchiba House – Hagi City | Yamaguchi
The Kuchiba family were vassals to the Mori clan; the hereditary rulers of Western Japan…
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What is the largest castle in Japan?
The largest castle in Japan is Himeji castle located in Hyogo prefecture. Himeji castle is…
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Boric acid cockroach killer recipe
If there’s one thing that you probably don’t want to encounter in the kitchen, I’d…
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What is a Kotatsu?
A Kotatsu is a low table with a built-in heater common in many Japanese houses.…
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How did people light their homes in Edo Japan?
What did the Japanese use for light during the Edo period? For many candles might…
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Mohri Garden and House Tour | Shimonoseki – Yamaguchi
Mohritei is a traditional Japanese house and garden built for the last daimyo of Chofu located…
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