13 Different Types of Kimono for Women and When to Wear Them
WEBMay 9, 2022 · It is a very ornate, formal kimono that is considered Japan’s most prestigious type of traditional wedding dress. As with the uchikake, the bridal ensemble of a shiromuku includes matching accessories such as the “katsura” (bridal wig), “kanzashi” (hair ornaments), a “suehiro” (folding fan), a “hakoseko” (a sort of makeup ...
Shinto Symbols: The Meanings of the Most Common Symbols …
WEBMay 28, 2020 · The Japanese religion called Shinto may seem clouded in mystery, particularly the meaning behind the various Shinto symbols. Learning a little about Shinto will lead to many questions: Why are the gates red? What is the relevance of the lightning-shaped paper decorations? And why are there ropes wrapped around trees? Today we will be diving into the world of Shintoism and its symbols ...
What Is Doujinshi? Uncovering Japan's Underground Manga Scene
WEBAug 2, 2021 · Uncovering Japan's Underground Manga Scene. Doujinshi are independent manga made by Japanese creators, ranging from fan parodies of popular works to entirely original creations by self-publishers. With a long history stretching back to the Meiji era, doujinshi makes up a huge portion of Japanese otaku …
How to Make Takoyaki: A Step-By-Step Recipe (With Pictures
WEBFeb 7, 2018 · Add in the shoga. Add in the green onions. In general, feel free to add in as much or as little of each ingredient as you like. Add in some more batter. You should do this until it overflows a bit. Once a minute has passed, cut off the excess batter and tuck everything into their respective holes.
25 Best Things to Do in Kumamoto, One of Japan's Most …
WEBNov 13, 2020 · 8. Hinagu Onsen - Spend a Day in Kumamoto's Oldest Hot Springs. Hinagu Onsen is a hot spring town with a 600-year history and preserved historical buildings, stone-paved narrow streets, and retro shops creating very nostalgic scenery. The origin of Hinagu Onsen is something of a legend.
50 Japanese Foods to Try While You Are in Japan
WEBApr 3, 2015 · 6. Tonkatsu. Tonkatsu is a popular Japanese dish based on western pork cutlets, where a thick slice of pork is dipped in a flour and beaten egg batter, coated in breadcrumbs and fried in oil. There are both sirloin and fillet tonkatsu, with the fillet tonlatsu being more expensive.
Japanese Fashion Subcultures: Lolita, Rockabilly, Gyaru, and More ...
WEBOct 29, 2019 · Lolita. Lolita is one of the most iconic of all the Japanese fashion subcultures. The style is heavily influenced by an ultra-feminine take on the traditional Victorian and Edwardian style of children's clothing. The style came into being in the early 2000s as an offshoot from the gothic and aristocratic styles of the Visual Kei movement.
8 Most Famous Martial Arts in Japan Today - tsunagu Japan
WEBOct 13, 2020 · Sneha Nagesh. Sneha Nagesh. Japanese martial arts are practiced and loved by people around the world. They have a history that dates back to the samurai, and include many different martial art styles, from kendo to karate. In this article, we dig deeper into eight of the most famous Japanese martial …
All About the Tokyo Tower: History, Facts, Location, and More
WEBJun 18, 2021 · The History of Tokyo Tower. Though officially called "Nippon Denpatō" ("Japan Radio Tower"), Tokyo 's iconic landmark is much more commonly known as "Tokyo Tower." Tokyo Tower was built in 1958 to cater to the growing demand for transmission towers from television stations in Tokyo during Japan's post-war boom.
What Is Wabi-Sabi? Exploring the Japanese Aesthetic of Imperfection
WEBMar 22, 2021 · Wabi-sabi is actually two words put together. "Wabi" originally means something along the lines of "dejection," "bitterness," or "reduction to poverty," while "sabi" describes "deterioration" or something "lackluster." At first, the definitions of these two words evoke a type of melancholy, but while the words impart feelings of sadness or ...