This tradition continues to live in modern Japan, with the grand annual celebration centering on Meiji Jingu, the shrine dedicated to him. Of everybody's interest would be the demonstration of traditional Japanese archery near the shrine's Treasure Museum and the yabusame archery on horseback show in the vicinity of the Shibaike along the shrine's western approach.
Written Apr 30, 2003
. This tradition continues to live in modern Japan, with the grand annual celebration centering on Meiji Jingu, the shrine dedicated to him. Of everybody's interest would be the demonstration of traditional Japanese archery near the shrine's Treasure Museum and the yabusame archery on horseback show in the vicinity of the Shibaike along the shrine's western approach.
Written Apr 30, 2003
The Japanese have developed a passion for the cherry blossom (Sakura). In Tokyo you will find parties under cherry trees. When I was in Tokyo there was only one (!) week-end where the people could celebrate the cherry blossom; during the following week the rain washed away their dreams of a second week-end under the cherry trees...
Written Sep 7, 2002
Always thank to Japanese making a bow, it is very polite. Also when giving or receiving something, give/receive with both hands and bow again.
Written Dec 6, 2007
Ehhh... Just wanted to share you the photo which I took.
More tip? Maybe... There are so much to tell about it. I need to rehearse to myself before updating...
Written Feb 4, 2006
Summer Festival at Koenji
Written Aug 30, 2005
Summer Festival is held in end of August.
Written Aug 30, 2005
Star Festival is held in the beg. of August.
Written Aug 8, 2005
very very nice
Written Apr 20, 2005
so cuteeeeeeeeee
Written Apr 20, 2005
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