Kyoto Ramen Ramen Touhichi Newly moved and still all the rage! A ramen shop ranked Michelin Bib Gourmand for seven consecutive years. See More
Nara Japanese Cuisine Tofu Chaya Hayashi Nakamise In the Nakasenbon area of Yoshino Mountain, you can enjoy a variety of tofu-based meals and sweets. See More
Nara Japanese Cuisine Yamato-an Yamato-an is a soba restaurant located in an old traditional house on Mount Yoshino. See More
Nara Observatories Hanayagura Observatory If you're looking to see cherry blossoms, head to this spot! It's an observatory in Yoshino that offers an unparalleled scenic view. See More
Nara Tourist Attractions Saigyo-an A small hermitage in Yoshino where Saigyo, a poet frequently selected for the "Shin Kokin Wakashu" anthology, spent his days. See More
Kyoto Spring festivals & Events Aoi Matsuri One of the three Major festivals in Kyoto, featuring the “Roto no Gi” ceremony that reminds us of Heian Period’s paintings. See More
Kyoto Inns Syoenso Hozugawatei A sumptuous dinner of Kyoto’s bounty plus a dip in high-quality natural hot springs. See More
Kyoto Inns Charoku Bekkan Authentic Japanese ryokan complete with Sukiya-style architecture and views of Amanohashidate, one of three most celebrated sceneries in Japan. See More
Nara Hotels MIROKU Nara by THE SHARE HOTELS A lifestyle hotel themed around "Coexistence in Nara". See More
Kyoto Ramen Kobushi Ramen A creative ramen restaurant with a broth so delicious you'll want to savor every last drop. See More
Kyoto Experiences Facilities Taihoan A traditional tearoom serving authentic Uji tea in delightful tea ceremony experiences. See More
Kyoto Experiences Facilities ASAHIYAKI Pottery Class Experience pottery at a kiln in Uji with a 400-year history. See More
Kyoto Shrines & Temples Obaku-san Manpuku-ji Temple The head temple of Zen Buddhism, keeping the rich heritage passed down from Chinese culture. See More
Nara Tourist Attractions Koriyama Castle Ruins A significant castle ruin known as a cherry blossom viewing spot. See More
Kyoto Ramen Chukasoba Takayasu One of the most popular ramen shops in the fiercely competitive Ichijoji area. See More
Kyoto Commercial Buildings SUINA Muromachi Filled with the best of Kyoto! The globally renowned "Pokémon Center" is also a hit. See More
Kyoto Japanese Cuisine Matcha Cuisine Tatsumiya, Uji, Kyoto A long-established restaurant specializing in matcha green tea cuisine with a history of over 100 years. See More
Osaka Museums Osaka Shochikuza Theatre From Kabuki to Rakugo, Japan's historical entertainment is abundant. See More Related Articles Guide to Discovering Kabuki and Enjoying Its Performance: Experience Japan’s Traditional Performing Art Kabuki is a traditional Japanese performing art. Kabuki, with its various charms, has been a popular form of entertainment in Japan for centuries. Stepping into a Kabuki theater transports you to an extraordinary world. For over 400 years, Kabuki actors, who are the pride of Japan, have preserved and carried on this tradition, dazzling audiences with their vibrant performances and magnificent stages. You can experience a special time, enjoying the brilliance of the costumes, the sounds of traditional Japanese instruments like the shamisen, and the refined beauty of the dances down to the fingertips. This world is traditionally an all-male domain, where both the actors who play male roles (“tachiyaku”) and those who play female roles (“onnagata”) have their own distinct aesthetic styles. Even if you don’t understand the language, as long as you grasp the key points of how to watch, you’ll be fine! When you see a performance, there will surely be something that moves your heart.
Guide to Discovering Kabuki and Enjoying Its Performance: Experience Japan’s Traditional Performing Art Kabuki is a traditional Japanese performing art. Kabuki, with its various charms, has been a popular form of entertainment in Japan for centuries. Stepping into a Kabuki theater transports you to an extraordinary world. For over 400 years, Kabuki actors, who are the pride of Japan, have preserved and carried on this tradition, dazzling audiences with their vibrant performances and magnificent stages. You can experience a special time, enjoying the brilliance of the costumes, the sounds of traditional Japanese instruments like the shamisen, and the refined beauty of the dances down to the fingertips. This world is traditionally an all-male domain, where both the actors who play male roles (“tachiyaku”) and those who play female roles (“onnagata”) have their own distinct aesthetic styles. Even if you don’t understand the language, as long as you grasp the key points of how to watch, you’ll be fine! When you see a performance, there will surely be something that moves your heart.
Osaka Miscellaneous Goods A&F Country LUCUA 1100 Store A high-quality outdoor goods store set inside the shopping hub directly connected to JR Osaka Station and Umeda Station on the Midosuji Line. See More Related Articles A&F COUNTRY offers a variety of authentic items perfect for accompanying you on backpacking adventures A&F COUNTRY is well-loved not only among mountain climbers, campers, and other outdoor enthusiasts, but also hobbyists such as knife collectors: basically, anyone who is looking for the real deal. Join us as we take a look into the reasons behind the company’s appeal.
A&F COUNTRY offers a variety of authentic items perfect for accompanying you on backpacking adventures A&F COUNTRY is well-loved not only among mountain climbers, campers, and other outdoor enthusiasts, but also hobbyists such as knife collectors: basically, anyone who is looking for the real deal. Join us as we take a look into the reasons behind the company’s appeal.
Kyoto Commercial Buildings Kyoto Porta A large-scale shopping mall befitting the gateway to the international tourist city of Kyoto. See More
