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The Japan aesthetic: 5 unique elements of the land of the rising sun
Architecture / Culture / Society

The Japan aesthetic: 5 unique elements of the land of the rising sun

Posted on: February 6, 2025February 6, 2025

I’ve always been curious about my attraction to Japan in all its elements. From architecture to culture, there exists a “Japan aesthetic.”

Exploring the modern-traditional wonders of Kyoto City
Architecture / Culture / Kyoto / Shopping

Exploring the modern-traditional wonders of Kyoto City

Posted on: January 10, 2025January 10, 2025

Only in Kyoto City will you find such a harmonious intertwining of traditional and modern Japanese culture. Let’s explore!

The aesthetic architecture of Osaka’s Umeda Sky Building
Architecture / Osaka / Sunset

The aesthetic architecture of Osaka’s Umeda Sky Building

Posted on: December 1, 2024December 1, 2024

One of the must-do attractions of Osaka is the iconic Umeda Sky Building, offering panoramic city views and unforgettable sunsets!

Exploring Tsutenkaku Tower – Osaka’s “Tower Reaching Heaven”
Architecture / Osaka / Shinsekai / Travel

Exploring Tsutenkaku Tower – Osaka’s “Tower Reaching Heaven”

Posted on: November 12, 2024November 12, 2024

In the colorful town of Shinsekai, Tsutenkaku Tower stands tall as Osaka’s most iconic tower, much like Tokyo Tower is to Tokyo.

Exploring the architectural beauty of Tokyo Tower
Architecture / Park / Roppongi / Tokyo

Exploring the architectural beauty of Tokyo Tower

Posted on: October 6, 2024October 6, 2024

Tokyo Tower is one of the most iconic structures in Japan. Inspired by the French Eiffel Tower, it has become just as much of a national icon.

5 reasons you’ll love Kyoto’s Yasaka Pagoda at night!
Architecture / Culture / Kyoto / Travel

5 reasons you’ll love Kyoto’s Yasaka Pagoda at night!

Posted on: September 11, 2024September 11, 2024

Kyoto’s Yasaka Pagoda has been a tourism icon of Japan for as long as international travel has been around. At night, it brings a new flavor!

Exploring the Yodogawa Bridge – Mukaijima’s signature landmark
Architecture / Bridge / Kyoto / Uji

Exploring the Yodogawa Bridge – Mukaijima’s signature landmark

Posted on: May 24, 2024May 24, 2024

The small humble town of Mukaijima is home to the iconic Yodogawa Bridge crossing over Kyoto’s beautiful Uji River.

Yokohama Chinatown – 5 reasons it’s worth visiting
Architecture / Food / Foreigner / Restaurants / Travel / Yokohama

Yokohama Chinatown – 5 reasons it’s worth visiting

Posted on: March 27, 2024March 27, 2024

Yokohama Chinatown is widely regarded as the “largest Chinatown in Asia,” outside of China of course. Here are 5 reasons it’s worth a visit! Yokohama has long since […]

Why Japan is so beautiful – An obsessed foreigner’s perspective
Architecture / Cherry Blossom / Mount Fuji / Mountain / Shrine / Temple

Why Japan is so beautiful – An obsessed foreigner’s perspective

Posted on: March 7, 2024March 7, 2024

Mt. Fuji, sakura, and bonsai are the icons of Japan’s beauty, but the truth is there is an abundance of reasons that make Japan beautiful.

Is it worth visiting the paid section of Kiyomizu-dera?
Architecture / Kyoto / Temple / Travel

Is it worth visiting the paid section of Kiyomizu-dera?

Posted on: January 8, 2024January 8, 2024

Kiyomizu-dera is one of Kyoto’s most popular temples, but with most of it already free for the public, is it worth entering the paid section?

Momoyama Tenmangu Shrine promotes spirituality and learning
Architecture / Culture / Kyoto / Shrine / Society

Momoyama Tenmangu Shrine promotes spirituality and learning

Posted on: November 24, 2023November 24, 2023

Located in proximity to a number of schools in the area, Momoyama Tenmangu Shrine is a place where residents pray for educational success.

Tokyo Imperial Palace offers gorgeous gardens for scenic strolls
Architecture / Culture / Tokyo

Tokyo Imperial Palace offers gorgeous gardens for scenic strolls

Posted on: November 13, 2023November 13, 2023

Not only is Tokyo Imperial Palace the royal home of Japan’s Emperor, but it’s also a scenic area with amazing walking paths for the public!

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