The map on the left shows some of the major cities (市) in Japan, but there are certaintly more cities in Japan that are not listed on the map. In fact, there are way too many to list. The city of Tōkyō (東京市) is a large metropolitan area and lots of ‘special wards’ or...
Explore the cities of Japan Discovering Japan: our topic by topic guide to Japan Faces of Japan Before you travel Travelling in Japan: guide and advice To know about Japan Taking the Shinkansen Train itineraries in Japan Unique trains in Japan ...
Narrow and artfully placed across a gently curving footprint, the home sits within a constrained plot and exemplifies the urban challenges often found in Japanese cities - as well as the local architects' ingenious solutions to them. Photography: Mitsutaka Kitamura...
Immerse yourself in Japanese culture with atraditional vegan dinnerand anovernight stay in a templealongside the monks. Be awarethat Mount Koya's higher altitude often brings cooler temperatures compared to the cities you've already visited. ...
Hiromi Tsuchida is best known for his exploration of the effects of Japan’s postwar economic boom inZokushinandCounting Grains of Sand. However, he has also devoted a considerable body of work exploring the WWII-scarred cities of Hiroshima and Berlin, producing at least three books on the for...
Periods and marks commonly met withTo immediately gain a better understanding on the many names that occurs in Japanese pottery and porcelain, I believe the map that indicates the most common kiln areas (blue names) and cities (names in red) will be helpful. Regarding dates, the following ...
Hiromi Tsuchida is best known for his exploration of the effects of Japan’s postwar economic boom inZokushinandCounting Grains of Sand. However, he has also devoted a considerable body of work exploring the WWII-scarred cities of Hiroshima and Berlin, producing at least three books on the for...
For a Japanese-themed bulletin board, use a map, a flag, and an origami doll for each student (or use a whale, a butterfly or a Samurai hat for each student - see below for instructions). Hang theJapanese fish(see below) around the room for a beautiful, festive atmosphere. For more...
(Snow Country, 1935-47) and Tanizaki'sTade-kuu Mushi(Some Prefer Nettles, 1928). The former tells of a relationship between a middle-aged writer and an aging geisha. The latter uses the cities of Tokyo (which had just been devastated by an earthquake) and Osaka as symbols of the ...
the Okaba Train Station offers connections to nearby cities like Osaka and Kyoto. This makesNegiya Traditional Japanese Spa Ryokanan excellent base for travelers who wish to explore the wider Kansai region. With its strategic location near these public transport stations,Negiya Traditional Japanese Spa...