We continue our visit at one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Japan, Ikuta Shrine. Also the location of the Battle of Ichi-no-Tani in which the Taira clan used the narrow strip between the sea of the south and mountains of the north. The location Read More …
We continue our visit at one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Japan, Ikuta Shrine. To the left of Ikuta Shrine’s main hall is the Ikuta pond. Walking west, you will go to a pond area where you can find many koi fish, ducks and Read More …
As you approach Ikuta Shrine, you start to notice the shrine for its beauty but for me, it was interesting seeing the painting of dog. This may pertain to last year being the year of the dog but I found that interesting to see. Also, Read More …
As I continue to feature Ikuta Shrine, located in the Chuo Ward of Kobe and is what may be one of the oldest shrines located in Japan, in the last two blog posts, I discussed entering the first two “torii” gates. After the second torii, Read More …
As I continue to feature Ikuta Shrine, located in the Chuo Ward of Kobe and is what may be one of the oldest shrines located in Japan, in the last blog post I wrote about going through the first torii (gate). Now we are heading Read More …
Located in the Chuo Ward of Kobe is what may be one of the oldest shrines located in Japan. Ikuta Shrine is a Shinto shrine which was founded by the Empress Jingu at the beginning of the 3rd century AD to enshrine the kami Read More …
Although most of my time is spent in Tokyo, when I go to Japan, there are cities in the Kansai region that really captivate me in terms of atmosphere, food and vibe and one city I enjoy visiting is Kobe, Japan. The sixth largest city Read More …
Country singer Martina McBride is known as a country singer with numerous hit songs and as she has entertained audiences with her music, she also is known for entertaining family and guests with her cooking. Having released her first cookbook “Around the Table” in 2014 Read More …
“The Barbarian and the Geisha” is a film that would attract audiences today. People with open minds. People who accept other cultures worldwide and those interested in traditional Japanese culture would enjoy the film. It’s not the best John Wayne film but I do give Read More …
For those traveling to Japan in February 2019, will no doubt want to download the latest issue of Metropolis Magazine. Featuring a this month’s calendar, Metropolis Recommends, Metropolis movie reviews, Valentines at Grand Hyatt Tokyo, Japan in Love, a Tale of Two Confectioners, Ryozan Park Read More …
As I walked around Ikebukuro, often do I see this bus going around playing a catchy song. So catchy that you can’t help sing it! The Vanilla Bus is what I call it: So, what is this Vanilla Bus in Ikebukuro? Apparently, the business recruits Read More …
Presented in painted wood, plaster and gold and was found in Egypt, the coffin was created during the late period during the 30th Dynasty of the Early Ptolemaic Perod ala the 4th Century B.C. The coffin is probably from the Middle Egypt. For me, I Read More …
On February 6th, global pop group IZ*ONE will be releasing their debut Japanese single “Suki to Iwasetai” (I want to say I Like You). IZ*ONE (pronounced as “Eyez One”/IZ=12 and the meaning is 12 members coming together as ONE). The group features Jang Wonyoung, Miyawaki Read More …
One of the most difficult things about trying to time your trip to Japan during the cherry blossom time is when to go. Most people travel for the week, some for two. While the rule of thumb is last week of March to the first Read More …
In Japan, you will find Hiyori Cafe – Waffle & Tea- near stations. The primary thing sold is fluffy waffles and tea and the concept is quite simple, fluffy waffles (strawberry, matcha or regular) filled with cream and fruit. And the waffles range from Y280 Read More …