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Shinto Goddess Amaterasu Omikami who is considered the Creator

Amaterasu is the incarnate goddess as the Sun that governs the Universe and the main deity of Japanese Shinto. It is believed that the royal family of Japan descends directly from this important goddess.
The National Flower of Japan | Culture Guide

Chrysanthemums first came to Japan from China in the fifth century. Chrysanthemum cultivation began in Japan during the Nara and Heian periods (710-1185) when the flower was planted throughout Japan.
Pheasant | Japan’s beautiful national bird

The national bird of Japan is the green pheasant, named ‘Kiji’ in Japanese. It was declared the National Bird in 1947. The Kiji has been featured in many legends, mythology, poetry, and paintings.
Todaiji Temple in Nara – Home of the Great Buddha

The Todaiji Temple is located in the famous Nara Park and is the world’s largest wooden structure. Discover more about its long history!
Gion | Travel back in time to the Edo period

Gion is the place where the famous geisha, the cultural symbol of Japan, are still doing their work every night. Geisha literally means ‘artist’, although in Kyoto they are called ‘geiko’ which means ‘woman of art’.
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, Kyoto | Experience the beautiful seasonal precincts and the god of learning

The shrine of Kitano Tenmangu was built in the 10th century by the emperor of the time in honor of a scholar and politician. Now, it is especially known for its popular flea market.
Machiya, Kyoto | Beautiful old-fashioned architecture with natural materials

A ‘machiya’ is a traditional wooden house that is especially typical of Kyoto city. It was the artisans and merchants of the cities who lived in machiya.
Toji Temple, Kyoto | Five-story pagoda and beautiful scenery

Toji means Eastern Temple, and this temple in Kyoto has a very long history. The religious foundations of Kyoto were laid here, and Buddha has protected the city from where Kukai founded the temple since 796.
Kyoto City, Kyoto | A city full of beautiful nature and Japanese history

Kyoto is often called “the heart of Japan” and it is said that it would be impossible to get to know the country without visiting this wonderful city.
Tokyo Mitama Matsuri | Various fun events and beautiful decorations

For the spectacular Mitama Festival, the Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo is decorated with more than 30,000 traditional Japanese lanterns, running all the way from the great torii gate to the main gate of the sanctuary.
Ouchijuku, Fukushima | Time travel to the Edo period!

If you are interested in Japan’s history and want to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Edo Period, you should consider adding old post town Ouchijuku in Fukushima to your itinerary.
Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima | Kingdom of Agriculture

Aizu-Wakamatsu in Fukushima is especially known for its delicious sake and long history of samurai culture.
Yamagata City, Yamagata | A city surrounded by beautiful and magnificent nature

Yamagata City is a centrally located town within a short distance of famous sightseeing areas like Mt. Zao with its onsen, hiking spots, winter sports areas, and Yamadera.
Origami | Delicate and beautiful art for everyone to enjoy

Origami is the Japanese art of folding paper without using scissors or glue to create shapes that can be seen as paper sculptures. Learn more about this beautiful art!
Hanami, a Cherry Blossom Viewing Party in Japan

In Japan, a very important national tradition returns every year in the early spring. Everybody gets together outside, prepares a picnic mat under the blooming cherry trees (sakura trees), and shares food and drinks.
Japanese Religious Culture with a focus on Shintoism and Buddhism

Japan has two main religions, Shinto and Buddhism. Although many people claim to have no particular belief, most participate in both Shinto and Buddhist customs and rituals.
Omamori | Big good luck in a small bag

Small amulets called ‘omamori’ are sold at most shrines and temples in Japan. What is the meaning of this custom?
Judo a one of Japan’s Proudest Martial Arts

If you ask anyone to name one martial art from Japan, it is probably going to be judo or karate. Judo has been spread all over the world and is practiced as a common way to teach kids and adults self-defense.
Karate, One of Japan’s Representative Martial Arts

Karate literally means ’empty hand’, and it was developed in Okinawa having been influenced by Chinese martial art Kung Fu. Karate is a striking art where practitioners use both hands/arms and feet/legs.
Sumo – Japan’s Oldest and Most Powerful Sport

While judo and karate are the most popular martial arts to practise outside of Japan, sumo is probably the martial art from Japan that appeals most to the imagination.