There is a very rare shrine for only people who working in the electrical industry in Kyoto Japan- A gift from Japan

I stopped by the very rare shrine in Arashiyama Kyoto Japan which is one of the most popular tourist places in Kyoto Japan. You can go to JR Kyoto station to JR Sagano station to go or from the station, Shiki Omiya to Arashiyama station on the railway of Araden also takes Hankyu railways to Hankyu Arashiyama station to go, I took Hankyu railways from the station to go to the rare shrine that is called Den Den Gu in Houryu temple near Hankyu Arashiyama station which is for only people in the electrical industry. These photos are Houryu temple, this stairs which were made of stones are very long and beautiful. There is an observatory In Houryu temple, and you can see a whole beautiful Arashiyama view. Please stop by Den Den Gu shrine for only people who working electrical industry. After stopping by here, I moved to a very famous bamboo street in Arashiyama Kyoto Japan. Before I leave for the bamboo street, you can see a very beautiful river which is call...more >>

Kishima shrine has very rare torii gate in Japan – A gift from Japan

I went to Kishima shrine near Uzumasa Tenjingawa station of Kyoto Tozai subway line, it takes 5mins on foot from the statin. I found a very rare view there because Torii gate is the normal road as you see a photo and after passing the Torii gate, there are normal town and I did not feel any shrine coming up later at all. There is no information about the founding of the Kishima shrine, but it is an old shrine that has existed in this area since before the capital was moved to the Heian era, According to one theory, the Hata clan, which flourished in this area, built it together with Koryu-ji Temple, or it is said that it was in this area before the Hata clan settled. The enshrined deity is currently a deity that appears in the mythology of the Kojiki and Nihonshoki, but it is originally written as 'Amaterasu Mitama no Kami'. This god is considered to be a sun god who is completely different from Amaterasu Omikami. From this, it can be assumed that this shrine has...more >>

The shrine that’s called Douso shrine is for couples in Kyoto Japan

I went to Douso Shrine for Couples near Kyoto station, APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae, and Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto, Dosojin is shrine erected at crossroads and borders of villages to prevent evil spirits from coming from outside the village and to protect the safety of traffic and movement. This shrine was relocated during the era of Hideyoshi Toyotomi, but it was originally a shrine with a long history. The two deities enshrined here are Sarutahiko no Mikoto, the god of travel, and Amanouzume no Mikoto, the god of performing arts. They are also believed to be gods. There are various poses for this so-called “Soutai Dosojin”, but in front of this gate, there is a stone statue of a man and a woman in Heian period clothes holding hands and cuddling up. It's a very small shrine that stands between buildings near Kyoto Station, but that's why the two of them look so happy and friendly, and passers-by smile involuntarily. If you visit a small and quiet shrine with your partner, you will not...more >>

Japanese traditional Clothing – A Gift From Japan

A Gift From Japan has sold Japanese wonderful traditional clothing, and there is no need to worry, because of Made in Japan so please buy our Japanese traditional clothing. Jinbei is for both of men and women in Japan, mainly used indoors, JINBEI basically is made of cotton or denim, so it is very comfortable and cool in summer. JInbei can be washed in the washing machine. Jinbei's texture is similar to a Cotton T-shirt. This is JINBE. IN NY and London, wearing Japanese traditional clothing ( Jinbei, Samue, Yukata, and so on ) has been very cool now. SAMUE is very convenient wear because when you are in the house, go out somewhere also you do DIY or repair something all you want yo can in every season. This texture is similar to jeans. IN NY and London, wearing Japanese traditional clothing ( Jinbei, Samue, Yukata, and so on ) have been very cool now. This Samue is cotton 100%, This can be washed in the washing machine. This t...more >>

This is one of the biggest festival in Japan Gion festival – A gift from Japan

I went to Gion festival in Kyoto Japan on the 13th afternoon and the 15th at night. One of the Japanese most famous festivals is the Kyoto Gion Matsuri, one of the three greatest festivals in Japan. The Gion Matsuri is an event of Yasaka Shrine in Kyoto city, which is held for a month from July 1stto 31st. It originated in 869 when an epidemic was rampant in Kyoto and killed many people. People started this festival to ask for god’s protection. The parade of festival floats on the 17th is the highlight of the festival. 34 gorgeously decorated floats go around the city accompanied. On the 13th.  ] On the 15Th, The main big street is Shijo Karasuma street changed the pedestrian zone from 15 to 16th, about 200,000 people came to see Gion festival on the 15th. About 400,000 people come in the 16th and about 200,000 people come in the 17th.   As you watch these videos, a lot of people are wearing Yukata and coming to Gi...more >>

This is the biggest spiritual place ( shrine )

I had heard there is super biggest spiritual place in Shiga next to Kyoto city Japan, in this time I went there that is called Fujigasaki Ryu shrine in Omihachiman city Shiga Japan. that was facing Maki beach of the biggest lake in Japan that is called BIwa lake and very beautiful and made me refreshing very much and I felt I got much power from the god of Ryu. By the way, Ryu means dragon, there have reminded a dragon faith that is called Ryujin ( 龍神) since a long time ago in Japan. When you want to stop by thee, You take JR train from Kyoto station to Omihachiman station in 45 mins, and take a bus to Maki bound for Nomura from Omihachiman station or rent a car at Omi station. You can see a big island on Biwa lake I took a photo at this shrine. This island is called Oki island and is the only island on any lake in Japan people lives, The population is 287 people, and all of them have been engaged in the fishery. You can get here by ferry. I saw a te...more >>

This is the very famous Instagrammable Spots in the shrine in Kyoto Japan.

As you see this photo with Kodai temple which is the very famous five-story pagoda in Kyoto Japan below. Kodai temple is also near Kiyomizu temple which is a very famous temple too. This is Kiyomizu temple. But lately, a lot of people come to this shrine that is called Yasaka Koushin because you can write a wish on the colorful ball that is called Kukuri Saru and tie a wood. and the figure is very very cute and that is the best spot for Instagrammable. When I stop by there, A lot of junior high school students who had a school trip just came. Also, I saw wedding, a bride and a groom were wearing special wedding Kimonos, they were very gougeous and beautiful. When I was leaving there, I saw a rickshaw ride through the gate. And I passed the gate and made a right, Koudai temple was there and I saw a driver who is to pull a rickshaw ride. He was very cool. When I saw him, I really remember Samurai. And I sell half coats that are call...more >>

Japanese traditional Long epic song that is called NAGAUTA 

I went to see my friend who sings long epic songs that is called NAGAUTA in the hall Kyoto Japan. I saw a lot of people who wore kimono also I saw a lot of Geisha too. A nagauta (long epic songwith shamisen accompaniment) derived from Otsu-e, and finally, also a number in Classical Japanese dance.  This is a Japanese traditional curtain, These Sakura ( cherry blossoms ) patterns of the curtain are very beautiful. A lot of Geisha who wearing Kimono came to see Nga-Uta. it is hard to wear Kimono but easy to wear Yukata or Samue which is like a bathrobe. So when you go to see any Japanese traditional events, why don't you go wearing Yukata or Samue? The most widely known symbol of Japanese traditional Summer outfits, Yukata are light and simple long robes, similar to Kimono in their shape but much more informal and easy to wear. They are usually worn during Japanese Summer events such as Matsuri or Fireworks Festivals. Female model: 165 cm Wearing size...more >>

Kamigami shrine where is oldest shrine in Kyoto Japan 

I walked to see the arch of cherry blossom when I went to the Kamigamo shrine on the way. this arch is very very famous in Kyoto Japan. They looked like the tunnel of cherry blossom. Kamo river is also very famous in Kyoto Japan along side with the arch. After you passed the arch, passed, you can see the Kamigamo shrine. There are a lot of beautiful cherry blossoms in the Kamigamo shrine. About Kamigamo shrine, Kamo-wake-ikazuchi-Jinja in the Kita Ward of Kyoto is the oldest Shinto shrine in the ancient city. Since prehistoric times Kamigamo-jinja has preserved and transmitted the legends relating to the birth of the shrine deity, Wakeikazuchi. Ancient rituals which transmit the faith in the divine mountains, Kamo Sai also known as Aoi Matsuri which started during the reign of Emperor Kinmei in 544, and the shrine buildings retaining the style of the early Heian Period, all convey the history of the province of Yamashiro (southern Kyoto Prefecture). Most of the...more >>

Cherry-blossom viewing in Kyoto

I went to KAMOGAWA river to have a party under the cherry blossom trees that are called HANAMI in Japanese alongside KAMOGAWA river in Kyoto Japan. We found a cherry blossom beautiful arch and we had a party here. We brought alcohol and snacks and had a good time with my friends. Hanami” is a Japanese tradition of welcoming spring. The literal meaning is “viewing flowers” and Enjoying cherry blossoms is an old Japanese custom (that’s been around for over 1000 years). Hanami is like a picnic to enjoy the cherry blossoms. People get together under the cherry blossoms and enjoy food and drinks. Many people go early in the morning to secure a spot. Cherry blossoms only bloom for a short time, usually for only a week or two. Cherry blossoms remind people that life is short and beautiful. The sunset with cherry blossoms was very beautiful. I saw a lot of people who were wearing Yukata or JInbei Why don7t you try them when you join event...more >>

Traveling to Mt.Fuji and kamakura city 2nd day

I took a photo with taking Onsen outside in the Ryokan in the morning, Onsen outside is called ROTEN-BURO. Mt.Fuji was very huge and a white cloud was moving on the top. we felt kinda scared too. We went to Kamakura is a coastal town in Kanagawa Prefecture, less than an hour south of Tokyo after checked out our Ryokan. Kamakura became the political center of Japan when Minamoto Yoritomo chose the city as the seat for his new military government in 1192. The Kamakura government continued to rule Japan for over a century, first under the Minamoto shogun and then under the Hojo regents. Kamakura is a small city and a very popular tourist destination. Sometimes called the Kyoto of Eastern Japan, Kamakura offers numerous temples, shrines, and other historical monuments. In addition, Kamakura's sand beaches attract large crowds during the summer months. This is the very famous market that is called Komachi-Dori ( Komachi street ) near Kamakura station. A lot of people w...more >>

Traveling to Mt.Fuji and Onsen& Ryokan 1st day

We stayed Japanese traditional hotel that is called Ryokan near Kawaguchi lake in Yamanashi prefecture Japan. We arrived near our Ryokan, Huge Mt.Fuji came up. The hotel we stayed in SHUHOUKAKU KOGETSU where you can enjoy the view of Kawaguchiko and the magnificent Mt.Fuji. I took Mtr.Fuji from my room. You can view Lake Kawaguchi and Mt.Fuji from your room also view them from spa ( Onsen ) This lake ( Kawaguchi lake ) is very famous, I took Mt.Fuji from the private beach of this hotel too. Mt,Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan. It is 3776 meters above sea level and has a diameter of 44 kilometers. Mt Fuji is an active volcano which is located between Yamanashi and Shizuoka prefectures. In June of 2013, Mt. Fuji was registered as a World Heritage site. Mt. Fuji is a stratovolcano and has erupted several times. Mt. Fuji is considered to be the symbol of Japanese beauty and is often drawn ...more >>

Japanese temple with big power

name-stamp.com Buddhism is a religion originating in India with Buddha as its founder and is one of the three major religions in the world along with Christianity and Islam. It is said that it was introduced to Japan about 1,500 years ago. The purpose of Buddhism is to get out of that suffering and gain enlightenment. The temple is a building built on the basis of Buddhist teachings. I love going KURAMA temple in Kyoto, There is the biggest power spot in Kurama Temple Kyoto Japan. How to access. Please get on Keihan train to Kurama station. When you get off Kurama station, you will see a big statue that is called TENGU. Tengu is an imaginary goblin living deep in the mountains. He has supernatural powers and is human in form. He has a red face, a long nose and wings on his back, and flies as he pleases with a feather fan in his hand. After you can go through the gate, you can get on the cable car, by the way, you can walk up to the temple too without the cable car ...more >>

Kimono Scraps

Hagire is traditional Kimono fabric scraps, collected and sewn together to create many different objects as in Patchwork crafts. Since Hagire are leftovers of the fabric used to sew Kimono, and not industrially produced, their color and pattern may vary from the picture, depending on the season and ordering time. Every order will be a surprise! In NY and London Japanese traditional clothing, the accessory has become a boom. Cotton 100% Made in Japan This can be washed in the washing machine. This texture is similar to a cotton T-shirt. Would you like to do patchwork with Kimono scraps? ...more >>

Best Japanese Gift. You’ll want to Get Now – A gift from Japan

https://name-stamp.com The best Japanese gifts Hanko ( Japanese name stamp ) What is Hanko( Name stamp ) In Japan, instead of signing things we stamp our Hanko ( Name stamp ). Hanko is also called “Inkan”. We use them when we want to open a bank account, buy a house, rent something, or sign an important contract. It’s considered a form of ID in Japan. Hanko is a part of Japanese society and it’s a very important part. If you should ever come to Japan, you’ll need one for your own bank account or to rent a home, they’re very important here. How to stamp Hanko( Name stamp ) Japanese people use their Hanko all the time. When you write letters, you use your Hanko instead of signing your name. you also stamp it on various other things you carry around just to give it a personal accent. Hanko makes great souvenirs and presents. You can have your name written in Kanji, Katakana, Hiragana or English characters on your Hanko. There are 2 types of Hanko, one of them is rou...more >>

YUKATA is Japanese traditional clothing

When we go out in summer festivals, summer events, seeing fireworks in summer. we wear YUAKTA, YUKATA makes us cooler and it feels cooler when you wear YUKATA. YUKATA is can be washed in the washing machine. This texture is similar to a cotton T-shirt. IN NY and London, wearing Japanese traditional clothing ( Jinbei, Samue, Yukata, and so on ) have been very cool now. Would you like to try Yukata? https://name-stamp.com/hanko-inkan/yukata-japanese-traditional-clothing ...more >>

SAMUE is like track suit of NIKE, Adidas

SAMUE is very convenient wear because when you are in the house, go out somewhere also you do DIY or repair something all you want yo can in every season. This texture is similar to jeans. IN NY and London, wearing Japanese traditional clothing ( Jinbei, Samue, Yukata, and so on ) have been very cool now. This Samue is cotton 100%, This can be washed in the washing machine. This texture is similar to a cotton T-shirt. Would you like to try Samue ? https://name-stamp.com/hanko-inkan/samue-japanese-traditional-clothing ?...more >>

JINBEI is like a track suit in spring and summer

Jinbei is for both of men and women in Japan, mainly used indoors, JINBEI basically is made of cotton or denim, so it is very comfortable and cool in summer. JInbei can be washed in the washing machine. Jinbei's texture is similar to Cotton T-shirt. This is JINBE. IN NY and London, wearing Japanese traditional clothing ( Jinbei, Samue, Yukata, and so on ) have been very cool now. Would you like to try Jinbei ? https://name-stamp.com/hanko-inkan/jinbei-japanese-traditional-clothing...more >>