Japan's traditional kimonos are being repurposed in creative and sustainable ways

Sumie Kaneko, a singer who plays the traditional Japanese instruments koto and shamisen, often performs wearing flashy ...

Inside Japan’s Quietest Luxury: the Traditional Ryokan Experience

This is where in-the-know travelers to Japan hide away with haute cuisine, restorative baths, and more.
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Interest in Japan’s traditional cuisine has grown globally

Interest in Japan’s traditional cuisine has grown globally By Japan News Feb. 1, 2024 JAPAN NEWS Vincent Pham, left, learns about the spirit of hospitality and how to arrange beautiful dishware from ...
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Nakagawa Juken: Sustainable Initiatives for Japan's Traditional “Kominka” Houses

KYOTO, Japan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nakagawa Juken Co., Ltd.: An initiative to preserve traditional Japanese building methods for future generations and build a sustainable future will be developed for ...
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Where Traditional Japan Still Lives: Inside Takayama’s Time-Capsule Streets

Looking to experience authentic Japanese tradition during your visit? While Kyoto offers timeless beauty, consider Takayama in the Hida region of central Honshu—a lesser-known destination where ...
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Japan uses traditional crafts in contemporary buildings

OSAKA, Japan >> Through various collaborative efforts, traditional Japanese crafts such as washi (Japanese paper), textiles and urushi (lacquer) are being incorporated into modern construction. Nara ...
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Japan's master artisans to gather at 4th Annual Japan Traditional Crafts Ginza Artisan's Street

Matsuya Ginza will host the 4th Annual Japan Traditional Crafts Ginza Artisan's Street, Ginza Meishoichi, from February 18 to February 23, a six-day showcase bringing together master artisans and ...
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JASA, Japan Club host Bunkasai festival, providing traditional foods, activities, performances

Attendees enjoyed martial arts demonstrations alongside booths of kakigori shaved ice and grilled takoyaki balls on Sunday as the Japanese American Student Association and Japan Club hosted their ...
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Nakagawa Juken: Sustainable Initiatives for Japan's Traditional “Kominka” Houses

- Revitalizing, Selling, Managing, and Preserving Kyoto's Traditional “Kominka” houses through Comprehensive Services - KYOTO, Japan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nakagawa Juken Co., Ltd.: An initiative to ...