Protected: Geisha Odori
“Geisha”,“Kyoto” – these words go hand-in-hand; as natural as “fish” and “chips”! However when we think about Tokyo, different words spring to mind – modernity, consumerism and perhaps, images from the movie Lost in...
The Mysterious World of teamLab Borderless
Imagine a world without rules, constraints or limits, a universe alive with shapes, colours and sounds, inspired by Japanese art from the past, yet off ering something refreshingly innovative and new. Welcome to teamLab...
From Edo Castle to the Imperial Palace – The History of the Heart...
As Japan enters into a new era and welcomes a new emperor, the grounds around the Tokyo Imperial Palace will become much busier. That’s because for the foreseeable future Emperor Naruhito will be “commuting”...
WAttention Tokyo 32 TOKYO Hot News
Bringing you the latest hot news Summer 2019
New entertainment center to open in Ikebukuro in July
Slated to open on July 19, Q Plaza IKEBUKURO is Tokyo’s next shopping and entertainment landmark. This huge complex...
Togakushi & Iizuna Area: Ninja history shrouded in stunning nature
Togakushi Jinja Shrine
Discover mysterious legends and powerspots
Togakushi Shrine consists of five shrines located at the base of Mt. Togakushi. According to Japanese mythology, a grief-ridden Amaterasu, goddess of the sun, hid herself in a...
Protected: Hidden Gems in Yokohama`s neighbouring cities: A look at Kawasaki, Machida and Yamato
On a rainy mid-week morning I set out to discover the charm of Yokohama`s neighbouring cities. I am no stranger to Yokohama City, often visiting during my free time to soak in the atmosphere...
IN HARMONY WITH THE SEASONS: Mt. Suribachi
There is one place in Ueno park where I especially enjoy sitting on the grass. It is under an old cherry tree. I am told the fleeting nature of cherry blossoms reminds us of...
Tokyo: A city of two worlds
While Tokyo is often thought of as a modern metropolis, a step beyond the glistening skyscrapers and a wander down the winding side streets will reveal a pathway to the city’s spiritual side. Tokyo...
IN HARMONY WITH THE SEASON: Peony
For a while now, I have been wanting to make the ceiling of my studio a bit cheerier, a bit brighter, and yet not detract from the paintings on display below. I had come...
Enjoy SNOWART in Echigo-Tsumari, Niigata
Niigata is located in the region of Chubu, on the main island of Japan, Honshu. It is the third largest city with direct access to the sea of Japan. And it opened to international...
