Otsukimi - お月見(おつきみ) - moon viewing is one of Japanese culture on Jugoya - 十五夜（じゅうごや）. The date for Jugoya changes every year, and it is decided based on lunar year and the phases of the moon, so that it is not always on the day of full moon. It is 10/1 in 2020 but full moon is on 10/2. It ...
Japanese Wedding – Yuinou, Dowry, Guests, Rules/Manners, Goshugi, etc.
Some people asked me how Japanese Wedding is like, so I'd like to introduce Japanese culture and tradition for wedding. We have some traditional things for engagement like Yuinou (Shoukou and dowry), and wedding . Also i am going to write rules like Goshugi and outfit that you should know for ...
Manners on the train in JAPAN – what to do/ NOT to do
If you are planning to come to Japan, you might want to know what to do / NOT to do. I would share the manners that Japanese people have on the train. * Those are "manner"s, not rules. Train in Japan Trains are very important transportation in Japan, especially around big cities. Most of ...
Sightseeing Guide : Shibuya and Harajuku (Meiji-jingu) Area
Shibuya & Harajuku area are very popular place for sightseeing in Tokyo. There are a lot of places to visit, like shopping, restaurants, cafes, and photo spots! There are always something NEW too! I'd recommend you to go to this area for sightseeing especially it's your first time to ...
Hong Kong Yum cha – Traditional wagon dim sum restaurant “Maxim’s palace”
Maxim's Palace is traditional wagon serving dim sum (yum cha) restaurant in Hong kong. I had a nice yum cha lunch there. What's is Maxim's palace? This place is very family-friendly, and acceptable for big group! You can have a great view since this restaurant is located nearby ...
