Located in Amashiri, Hokkaido, Abashiri Prison Museum exhibits the real life of Japan’s northernmost prison which was once called “the hardest prison to escape” during the Meiji period (1868 to…

  If you are a big fan of Doraemon, you’ll really need to visit Japan after hearing this news! On September 3rd, the Doraemon museum (Fujiko F. Fujio Museum) opens…

When the lanterns were lit, the sky was beautifully aglow. At Kagami Ike (Mirror Pond) in Todai-ji Temple. Copyright(C) Miki   →Miki’s twitter← (English is OK)   This is JAPAN…

JAPAN Style has introduced some unique local characters in Japan. Today, you are going to learn about another weird character, “Katsuo Ningen” which means “Skipjack Human.” He was created by…

2,500 lanterns were lined on the approach of Todai-ji temple for the Annual Memorial Service for the Ancestors (the Mantou-Koyou-E). Prayer for the quake and tsunami stricken area were written…

Todai-ji Temple Annual Memorial Service for the Ancestors (the Mantou-Koyou-E). The service was conducted in a solemn atmosphere. Copyright(C) Miki   →Miki’s twitter← (English is OK)     This is…

The flowing patterns on the bamboos are so beautiful. It is a lighting event called “Mizuakari” from Kumamoto Prefecture touring Nara. Copyright(C) Miki   →Miki’s twitter← (English is OK)  …

On Saturday, “Odaiba Gundam Project 2011” was opened at the Symbol Promenade Park in Koto-ward, Tokyo. This project features the exhibition of the parts of 18-meter 1/1 scale Gundam which…

ICEBAR TOKYO in Ginza is a bar where it is perfect to hang out in the hot summer night. It is a bar made of crystal clear ice brought from…

Candles were lit around Kofuku-ji Temple in Nara during Tokae (candlelight event). In the broad venue, this would be the place where you can feel the history of Nara the…

She’s dancing Yosakoi originated in Kochi. Dancing on the lighted stage must feel good! The photo was taken at Onpara Festival. Copyright(C) Miki   →Miki’s twitter← (English is OK)  …