Tsukimi is a festival observed across Japan. It is a time of appreciation, harvests and veneration. Japan is fond of festivals and celebrations; what is special about this one? What is Tsukimi? Tsukimi (月見; moon viewing) is a Japanese festival which takes place during autumn. It is a spiritual celebration of autumn, symbolised through making
Tōhoku is the name for the northernmost 6 prefectures of Japan’s main island, Honshū: Akita, Aomori, Fukushima, Iwate, Miyagi, and Yamagata. It is a region renowned for its natural beauty and rural charm, consisting of hills, mountains, forests, farmland and rugged coastlines. Because of its northern location, visitors should be aware that Tōhoku is colder
Koyo (紅葉; colourful leaves) refers to the vibrant colours of leaves in autumn. Across Japan, people can be seen amongst the trees and enjoying their beauty. Although less known as the more famous changing of seasons, Hanami, Koyo is nonetheless still enjoyed by natives and visitors alike. Every year, the koyo front travels south from
Kyoto is quintessential Japan; historic, beautiful and full of culture. Located in the Kansai region south-west of Tokyo, this city was actually the capital of Japan for over a thousand years. Because of this, the city is full of ornate temples, palaces and shrines. Look beyond these, however, and you will find a bustling city
