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Also known as “O-inari-san,” Inari shrines are the most familiar shrines to Japanese people. There are said to be some thirty thousand throughout the country, frequented by people of all ages. Fushimi Inari Taisha is the head shrine with which all the others are affiliated. In the 1300 years since its establishment in 711AD. People have gathered here to pray for bountiful harvests. Business…

Summer in Japan 日本の夏

Sea, sun, and sand… For many, these represent summer, not so in Japan. Instead, it’s wind chimes, dragonflies, goldfish, and watermelon that evoke summer for the Japanese. Japanese appreciate the different seasons, and clothing, interior decoration, various accessories, and more each have their seasonal patterns. In summer, you’ll often see yukata, fans, and other summer accessories adorned with…

10 Day of June – Fresh summer

Sea, sun, and sand… For many these represent summer. Not so in Japan. Instead, it’s wind chimes, dragonflies, goldfish, and watermelon that evoke summer for the Japanese. It’s well known that the Japanese appreciate the different seasons, and clothing, interior decoration, various accessories, and more each have their seasonal patterns.

7 Day of June – Dark

錦鯉 – Nishikigoi, often called Koi fish or Japanese carp, are fish with colors and patches raised and kept for appreciation. The carp originates from China and was brought to Japan by means of gifts. Its first Japanese mention dates back to 71AD (of Koi held by the presumed legendary Emperor Keikō). It took until the 19th century before Koi mutated and got colored, however, a prerequisite for…

6 Day of June – Big – Oyunohara Torii

Officially the biggest Torii gate in Japan at more than 33 metres tall. Oyunohara Torii is located on the former site of Kumano Hongu Taisha shrine. To visit: take the shinkansen from Tokyo Station. Or Shinagawa Station to Nagoya, before switching to the JR Kisei Main line to Shingu Station.

4 Day of June Bloom

5 Day of June – Blue

The Hydrangea (紫陽花, アジサイ, ajisai ) is a popular flower in Japan. Native hydrangea varieties have been mentioned in Japanese written records from the 8th century, while European varieties were introduced in the early 20th century. Hydrangeas typically bloom during the rainy season in June and July. Making them a symbol and the most popular flower of the season. Which generally sees considerably…

Japanese ideas of space Western designers and architects have long found the Japanese concept of space fascinating. But there’s also a lot the rest of us can learn about different cultures. And how they approach space as both a concept and a practice. Mitsuru Kodama, a professor at Nihon University, argues that Japanese concepts of space derive from two foundational traditions. Shinto (an…

Shallow focus is a state of mind in which people focus on specific things to the exclusion of everything else. It can include focusing on one or two topics for hours, forgetting about other tasks for the time being. Or skipping through parts of the text without actually reading it. Shallow focus is not only an ineffective way to engage with your surroundings. But also highly imprudent because it…

30 Day Challenge VS Japan

So the idea behind it is to combine perfect topics that can boost your imagination and memory. So in my case, it’s #30daychallenge and #Japan. Lets the journey begin.

The Ink Art : Chrysanthemum in a wine glass

chrysanthemum in a wine glass The Japanese have proclaimed the chrysanthemum as their national symbol. And celebrate the ‘Festival of Happiness’ every year in honour of the chrysanthemum. They believe that a chrysanthemum petal at the bottom of a wine glass will bring you a happy and healthy life.

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Reblog: Kyoto Spring Sakura — MPA Travels

Kyoto Spring Sakura — MPA Travels

The elegant and sinuous black boats are famous all over the world and are commonly associated with Venice, a bit like pizza is associated with Naples. However, not many people know that gondolas truly carry the symbol of the city! A symbol that is found in the iron prow-head of the gondola. The sort of comb in front of each boat, which has the function of balancing the boat itself. Its shape, in…

Reblog: An Alternative Paganism — Melusine Draco

Regardless of weather, The moon shines the same; It is the drifting clouds That make it seem different On different nights      Basho Zen and the Art of Positive Paganism by Melusine Draco For the seeker of a spiritual mindset without the need for religious belief, the practical simplicities of this approach to animism make […]An Alternative Paganism — Melusine Draco