AvatarJulie YoshiokaStoryboardWhy a 'Shukubo' Experience Should Top Your Japan Bucket ListCurated byLIVE JAPANDid you know that Japan’s shrines and temples welcome regular tourists to stay for a night or more? Experience authentic Zen meditation, the traditional, vegetarian cuisine called shojin ryori, and explore a fascinating world so different from anything you know.
AvatarJulie YoshiokaAn A.I. program designed a katana, then a 15th-generation Japanese swordsmith made it【Photos】verified_publisherlivejapan.comModern technology intertwines with 400 years of swordsmithing skills. In Japan, there’s a tradition that when a master artisan or craftsman retires, …
AvatarJulie YoshiokaStoryboardOsaka vs. Tokyo: Weird Differences that Leave Foreign Visitors Scratching HeadsCurated byLIVE JAPANComing to Japan for the first time comes with a difficult decision: where exactly in this amazing country do you go first? The two most popular answers are, of course, Tokyo or Osaka. These two cities offer everything you could want: iconic landmarks, amazing food, endless shopping, and immersive culture, but which one is right for you? Here we'll share some tips to help you decide on your itinerary!
AvatarJulie YoshiokaMuseum Security Guard Has a Years-Long Rivalry With a Cat Trying to Sneak In...and It's Adorableverified_publisherMy Modern Met - Larisa CrowderEach morning, when the security guard at the Onomichi City Museum of Art in Hiroshima, Japan, arrives to work, he is greeted by two mischievous cats. Ken-chan, a petite black cat, and Go-chan, his ginger partner in crime, are determined to slip through the sliding glass doors when the guard opens …
AvatarJulie YoshiokaOne Big Expectation Tourists Need To Leave Behind When Visiting Japandmarge.com - James BoothWe recently penned a piece explaining why the Japanese will never tell you you’re an asshole to your face. What we forgot to mention, however, is …
AvatarJulie YoshiokaStoryboardKyoto Bucket List: Top Ideas for Your Next Japan TripCurated byLIVE JAPANKyoto symbolizes Japanese traditional culture. Kyoto offers many attractions throughout the year: temples and shrines where you can get a feel of the history, scenic spots, and gourmet delicacies, but if you don't know the names of the streets and how best to get about there is a chance you will miss out on a lot.
