
What you need to know about Oiran Dochu - fromJapan
2021年8月24日 · Oiran Dochu [01] is a procession-reenactment of processions done by the oiran, the courtesans of Yoshiwara in Edo Period, with a purpose to advertise the houses they worked in. The reenactment involves men and women dressed up in Edo period costumes. When the parade ends with a meeting between the tayu (most senior oiran) and her customer.
Differences between Geisha and Oiran; famous Japanese courtesans
2020年2月18日 · The Oiran tradition started in the early Edo period (1600-1868), and at the time Oiran was seen as an entertainer and a superstar. Geisha on the other hand was not allowed to compete with the Oiran, so basically Oiran profession was actually the forerunner of the Geisha, but apparently this profession died out, and there are no professional ...
10 amazing things to do in Tochigi, Japan! - fromJapan
The theme park offers many different types of arcades like wax museums, jailhouse, traditional residences, haunted temple, house of illusion, and ninja trick maze. You can also see Oiran Dochu, a traditional practice done by oiran in the past.
Festivals in Kyushu you should never miss - fromJapan
2024年10月15日 · Hakata Dontaku Port Festival is a festival held annually from May 3 to May 4, and the origin of this festival dates back 830 years ago when the merchants of Hakata developed a festival called Dontaku from a traditional ritual called Hakata Matsubayashi.
Best cherry blossom spots in Kanagawa - fromJapan
2023年5月26日 · It is no exaggeration to say that cherry blossom season is the most wonderful time of the year in Japan, and many tourists visit the country to enjoy the beautiful view of the dainty pink petals, every year.
Unveiling Tokyo’s Hidden Gems: Secret Fall Foliage Spots
2023年11月17日 · Tucked away in the Setagaya ward, Otaguro Park is a serene haven known for its stunning fall foliage. This hidden gem boasts a variety of trees, including maples, gingkos, and cherry blossoms, which paint the park with vibrant shades of red, gold, and orange during autumn.
What you need to know about the JR Tokyo Wide Pass
2023年7月10日 · If you plan to travel in the summer, we recommend visiting the Mt. Fuji area on the first day, and then travel to the Izu Peninsula area on the second day to enjoy the beautiful view of Mt. Fuji and traveling around Izu, a port town …
Visiting capybaras at Nagasaki Bio Park - fromJapan
2020年1月24日 · We are not the only ones that enjoy a nice hot bath when it’s cold out! The capybaras at the Nagasaki Bio Park loves it too!! In addition, on Dec.22nd, 24th and 25th, the park will prepare a one-meter tall Christmas tree made out of …
Things to do and see around Kawagoe city, Saitama - fromJapan
2020年8月8日 · Looking for a new travel destination that is not so far from Tokyo? How about visiting Kawagoe in Saitama to forget the hustle and bustle of Tokyo and to enjoy its retro vibes? Kawagoe is perhaps one of the hottest tourist towns near Tokyo, and the town is getting more…
Enjoy 4 seasonal recommendations in Mishima City, Shizuoka
2021年4月8日 · Mishima City, Shizuoka Prefecture, has many interesting places to visit, especially natural sights and cultural places such as beautiful parks, fresh rivers, skywalk bridges, or magnificent shrines.