Reigando cave and a translation of the stone block.
When I visited Musashi Miyamoto`s Reigando cave there stands a stone block with writing on it. I could only understand
Japanese history/culture and car culture
When I visited Musashi Miyamoto`s Reigando cave there stands a stone block with writing on it. I could only understand
My friend Adam Turner did some nice research and came up with this great article. I would like to share
I haven’t done a post for a while about one of my favourite Ukiyo-e print series. So lets have a
I had a day off today and it wasn’t raining so I decided to visit Lafcadio Hearn’s residence just down
An amateur historian has unearthed compelling evidence that the first Australian maritime foray into Japanese waters was by convict pirates
In Japanese folklore the female demon (oni) Hannya figures prominently. Often depicted in traditional Noh and Bunraku plays using a
On the hill overlooking the historical Bikan area is the ancient Achi Shrine. According to the Nihonshoki (Chronicles of Japan)
(Tenshu-kaku from the south) (Tenshu-kaku from the north. You can see the irregular shape of the base floor from this
Shukkeien gardens date back to 1620, a year after feudal lord Asano Nagaakira was made lord of Hiroshima. Asano’s principal
My first visit to Fukuyama and it turned out to be a beautiful day. After doing my immigration paperwork I
I went to Onomichi today hoping for clear skies and cherry blossoms. One came true, the cherry blossoms are in
The Kamakura period 1185 to 1333 is a period of Japanese history that marks the governance of the Kamakura Shogunate;
I visited the two Nagashino battlegrounds and museum in January 2016. It was a great experience to visit this place
God (Kami) When the English word God is translated into Japanese, it is generally represented by the kanji (Chinese character)
Title: Konosu Station, View of Mt Fuji from Fukiage. This scene is dominated by Mt Fuji in the distance and
University essay case study: 16th & 17th Century Japanese Christianity By Stuart Iles 14th October 2011 In this essay I
After 2 years with the same theme, I decided to make a change. Please tell me what you think. I
鷺娘の精 (The Spirit of the Heron Maiden) woodblock print by Taniguchi Kokyo (1864-1915), dated 1925; from my collection. Oban tate-e
Teradaya Inn. The simple, old inn with a lot of history. Most people would simple bypass this place without having
Found this comprehensive list of journals for Asia and Japan. I have used some of these but I will be
Sengoku Jidai Sixteenth Century Japanese History
Helping people who have to say "now what?"
Hiking trails in Kyushu, Japan
Family life in Japan, and other stuff
We love our bread, we love our butter, and most of all, we love each other.
History, pop culture and art combine in a journal dedicated to the spirit of Japan.
Samurai Novels Blog of author Akira Fuyuno.
Travel and exploration
An Artist’s Journey
a pilgrimage of the heart
Oishii (pronounced "oy-shee") is Japanese for delicious! Writing about delicious travel, culture and food from around the world, especially Japan.
Fruit of mindfull being with myself. Result of listening deeply to the inner woods :)
Exploring Japan's popular tourist spots and off-the-beaten paths
the writings, musings, and photography of a dream smith
The Best of Fukuoka and Kyushu
Expats in Japan