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Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner
Episode 4: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – The Seasonal Beauty of the Geisha District and the Grace of Geisha – An Interview with Ayumi Terada, Proprietress of Yukimoto In Tokyo
The Kagurazaka Geisha District Recovered Earlier Than the Other Five Districts in Tokyo This is the fourth installment in our Kagurazaka...
Episode 3: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – Discover the 400-Year History of Soumaya, a Stationery Store in Tokyo’s Kagurazaka
Exploring Japanese Culture and History Through Stationery Store in Tokyo's Kagurazaka This is the third installment in our series...
Episode 2: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – The History and Evolution of Toushien Pottery Shop in Tokyo
Kagurazaka Store Owner Interview Series In the second installment of our Kagurazaka store owner Interview series exploring the charm of...
Episode 1: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – “Japanese Pottery Should Be Held to Be Appreciated” – Exploring Maruoka Toen and the Charm of Ceramics in Tokyo
Kagurazaka Store Owner Interview Series Begins This marks the start of the series " Exploring the Charm of Kagurazaka’s Shopping Street...
Geisha Districts in Japan: Where to Find Geisha in Kyoto, Tokyo & Beyond
Discover Where Japan's Geisha Districts Still Thrive Today White makeup, exquisite kimono, elegant dance... The geisha is an iconic symbol of traditional Japanese culture. But have you ever wondered, "Here in 2025, where can you actually meet one?" Many people immediately think of Gion in Kyoto, and for good reason. However, the flame of geisha culture is still quietly but surely being passed down in many cities across Japan. This guide will present a map of the existing kaga
Shinya Yamada
Jul 5, 20256 min read
Setsubun Obake: Japan's Geisha Disguise Tradition Comes Alive in Kagurazaka
Did You Know About the Unique Geisha Costume Event 'Setsubun Obake'? Have you ever heard of a Japanese tradition where geisha dress up in costumes, similar to Halloween? That’s 'Setsubun Obake'—a unique geisha costume event also known as the Setsubun Ghost Festival! This year, the event was held on February 3 at the traditional ryotei (Japanese restaurant) "Yukimoto" in Kagurazaka, Tokyo. For one exceptional night, geisha, who usually appear in elegant kimono, transformed int
Shinya Yamada
Feb 4, 20253 min read
Road Race Through World Heritage Sites! The Deadline for 'Tour de Nanto' Registration Is September 20
Join the Challenging 110 km Ride "Tour de Nanto 2024" Through World Heritage and Scenic Mountain Roads! On Sunday, October 13, 2024, "...
Shinya Yamada
Aug 30, 20244 min read
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