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24/01/2025

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5 Recommended Places
for Traditional Sake Brewing in Japan
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●Traditional sake brewing developed in each region
“Traditional sake brewing” has developed along with Japan’s climate and culture. Sake, which originated in Japan, has been handed down for more than 1,000 years through a combination of “koji,” an essential ingredient in the Japanese diet, blessed ingredients and water from various regions, and the culture of the craftspeople responsible for sake brewing.

●1　Hyogo
There are more than 60 sake breweries in Hyogo Prefecture, and each region has its own history and unique sake brewing traditions, including Nada-Gogo, Itami, Harima, and Tanba-Sasayama.
Nada Gogo, known as the best sake brewing area in Japan, is located between Kobe and Nishinomiya cities and boasts the largest production of sake in Japan.

●2　Nara
Nara Prefecture, the ancient capital of Japan, is known as the birthplace of sake. Sake was originally called “muddy sake,” which was cloudy white and had the appearance of grains of rice.
The technology to turn muddy sake into clear sake was developed at Shoreki-ji Temple in Nara City. It is said that Shoreki-ji is the only temple in Japan with a sake brewing license.

●3　Niigata
Niigata Prefecture, a land of snow, is famous as a rice-producing region where delicious rice is grown. Blessed with high quality rice, which is the raw material for sake, and clean melted snow water, Niigata Prefecture is also a major sake brewing center. There are 88 sake breweries in Niigata Prefecture, the largest number of sake breweries in Japan by prefecture!

●4　Kagoshima
Kagoshima Prefecture, located in the southern part of Kyushu, is famous as a shochu kingdom, with the largest number of shochu breweries in Japan and over 2,000 different brands of shochu. You can taste richly flavored “authentic shochu” made by the traditional single distillation process that has been handed down from generation to generation.

●5　Okinawa
Awamori is a traditional Okinawan liquor. Those made in Okinawa are labeled “Ryukyu Awamori,” a true mark of Okinawan Awamori. There are 47 Awamori breweries in Okinawa Prefecture, each producing their own unique Awamori.
Okinawa Prefecture is known for its many drinkers and partygoers, so this is a great place for those who want to enjoy drinking while mingling with the locals.

22/01/2025

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Registered as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage
Japan’s Traditional Sake Brewing and Types
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●What is “Traditional Sake Brewing”
Traditional sake brewing” refers to the manual process of making sake using koji, which has been handed down in Japan for more than 500 years. It has developed in accordance with the climate of each region of Japan, and the techniques and knowledge have been passed down by artisans.
And on December 5, 2024, “traditional sake brewing” was registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.

●Sake (Japanese Rice Wine)
Sake made in Japan from Japanese rice, rice koji, and water. It is said that the prototype of today’s sake, which uses koji bacteria, was created about 1,300 years ago during the Nara period (710-794). The alcohol content is considered to be less than 22 degrees centigrade, and is generally around 15 degrees centigrade.
Also, like wine, it can be enjoyed in a variety of flavors, including sweet and dry.

●Shochu
Shochu is a Japanese “distilled liquor” made by distilling alcohol-containing substances, and is in the same category as gin, vodka, and whiskey.
It is made by distilling a brew (fermented liquid) that is fermented by adding water and yeast to ingredients such as potatoes, barley, and rice. It has a higher alcohol content than sake, with an average alcohol content of around 25%.

●Awamori
With a history of approximately 600 years, it is the oldest distilled spirit in Japan, and has been handed down in Okinawa Prefecture. It is made from rice (mostly Thai rice), water, yeast, and a special type of koji called black koji. It is classified as shochu under the liquor tax law, but its alcohol content is higher than that of shochu, ranging from around 30 to as high as 50 degrees Celsius.

●Mirin
It is a liquor seasoning made by saccharifying and aging glutinous rice, rice koji, and shochu or brewer’s alcohol, which has been used for about 500 years. It has an alcohol content of around 14 degrees and is indispensable for Japanese dishes such as simmered dishes and boiled fish. It has a deep sweetness and richness, and when used in cooking, it enhances sweetness and umami, and adds shine and luster.

17/01/2025

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Enveloped in a pure white silver world
Gokayama Gassho-Zukuri Village
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●What is Gokayama?
Gokayama is a region rich in nature located in Toyama Prefecture. About 40 villages are scattered along the river, creating a nostalgic and peaceful mountain village landscape.
The highlight of Gokayama is the Gassho-Zukuri Village of Gokayama and Shirakawa-go, which has been registered as a World Heritage Site. Gassho-zukuri houses, believed to have been built between 100 and 350 years ago, stand side by side.

●Traditional Japanese architecture, Gassho-zukuri
Gassho-zukuri is a traditional style of architecture unique to Japan, characterized by steeply pitched thatched roofs. The name “Gassho-zukuri” comes from the way the timbers are arranged in a mountainous shape on top of the beams, which look like palms of hands meeting.
It is lit up during the daytime and at night to create a fantastic atmosphere.

●Winter is a fantastic time to visit
The village also has a museum, a souvenir store, restaurants, and a guest house in a Gassho-zukuri house, where visitors can experience the life, history, and traditional culture of the village, where life has been lived since ancient times.
During the winter season, the entire village becomes a silvery white world, and the Gassho-zukuri houses are enveloped in soft light, creating a fantastic scene.

15/01/2025

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Hoshino Resort Tomamu in Hokkaido
“Ice Village” appears for a limited time only!
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●Fantastic ice village opens
“Ice Village” at Hoshino Resort Tomamu in Hokkaido is open for a limited time from December 10, 2024 to March 14, 2025 (planned). Eleven domes made of ice and snow will appear on the vast grounds. The “Ice Church,” “Ice Hotel,” bars, general stores, open-air baths, a post office, a ramen shop, and various other facilities will create a creative world.

●Stay at an Ice Hotel
The “Ice Hotel,” where only one couple per day can stay, is made entirely of ice, including the ceiling, walls, floor, and furniture! You can have a special lodging experience in a dome made of a single piece of seamless ice.
Cold-weather-specification shrugs (sleeping bags) are provided so that you can sleep warm and comfortable until morning.

●Lots to look forward to!
You can also enjoy a variety of gourmet foods in the vicinity of the hotel. You can taste Hokkaido's famous ramen noodles in a bowl of ice, enjoy sweets at the ice parlor, or have a relaxing drink at the bar.
Furthermore, you can relax in an open-air bath surrounded by ice and enjoy the extraordinary world of ice to your heart's content.

●Let's go to the ice world only now!
“Ice Village” is a snow world that can only be experienced now in Hokkaido, where the cold weather is severe. Admission is 600 yen (elementary school students and older, tax included), and free for Tomamu The Tower and Risonare Tomamu guests.
Reflected light on the ice town. The clear night sky. Please enjoy the world of transparency and silence.

08/01/2025

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Cute Tokyo Souvenirs! Doraemon Tokyo Banana
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●What is Doraemon Tokyo Banana?
“Doraemon Tokyo Banana”, a famous Tokyo souvenir from ‘Tokyo Banana’, which was created in 2021, will be available in a new design from November 28, 2024 (Thursday)! The flavor remains the same, but the confectionery and package design have been redesigned.
The concept is “Doraemon is always by your side, a snack that fulfills your wishes.”

●A dessert that makes everyone happy!
The fluffy sponge cake made with domestic rice flour instead of wheat is filled with a rich and thick “banana custard cream”. The rice-flour Tokyo Banana was born from the idea of “what would be nice to have” that is also linked to the world of Doraemon. The fact that it is gluten-free (*) is also a nice feature!
(*)This product is manufactured in the same facilities as products containing wheat flour.

●6 Sponge Cake Designs in Total
There are a total of 6 different sponge cake designs available! Doraemon and his friends are so expressive that it would be a shame to eat them, and they are so cute in another dimension! You can't wait to see which design you will get... Dorami-chan design is also new to this renewal. The “Time Furoshiki”, “Ankipan”, and “Mini Doraemon”, which pops out of the 4-dimensional pocket, are also available as “secret tools”.

●Three types of Doraemon packages
“Doraemon Tokyo Banana” comes in three different package designs. You will meet Doraemon with a warm touch, who is inspired by the “soft sponge of Tokyo Banana. You can display them in your room or keep your favorite one in a drawer.
This is a great gift for anyone who loves Tokyo Banana, as well as for Doraemon fans! Why not buy “Doraemon Tokyo Banana” as a souvenir from Tokyo?　

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03/01/2025

🔴🔵100 Days to Go!!🔵🔴
January 3rd marks 100 days until the opening of EXPO 2025🎉

The countdown to the event is really on now!⏰
Let's get excited together!

Kodawari Times provides information on purchasing Expo tickets and pavilion information. Please check it out!
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01/01/2025

Happy New Year! (Akemash*te Omedetou!)
The year 2025 is finally here, the year of the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan.
We will continue to provide you with tourist information and special souvenirs from all over Japan this year.
If you want to travel to Japan or love Japan, please follow Kodawari Times !

27/12/2024

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Recommended Gourmet Foods and Cafes in Asuka Village
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●Asuka Village is also attractive for its gourmet food
Asuka Village in Nara Prefecture is rich in agricultural products, including brand-name strawberries “Asuka Ruby” and “Kotoka,” fruits such as mandarin oranges and persimmons, fresh vegetables, and Hinohikari rice produced in Asuka Village. In recent years, the number of cafes renovated from old private homes has been increasing.

●Gourmet 1　 Strawberries (Asuka Ruby)
Asuka Village's specialty is the Asuka Ruby brand of strawberries. They are large, brightly colored, and have a juicy flavor with a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity.
As Asuka Ruby is also known as the “phantom strawberry” because it is rarely sold outside of Nara Prefecture.

●Gourmet 2　 Asuka nabe (Asuka hot pot)
Asuka nabe is a local dish of Asuka Village, in which chicken and vegetables are stewed in milk and broth. Milk is said to have been introduced to Nara from Tang China during the Asuka period (592-710), and was the drink of the nobility at that time. It is said that Asuka nabe originated from a nabe made with milk, in which the meat of chickens was boiled in milk and eaten.

●Cafe 1　 Asuka Stand
Opened in October 2023, Asuka Stand is a renovated facility of the Okamoto Residence, which used to be a rice-polishing business in the Edo period (1603-1868). In addition to a souvenir store, there is a space where visitors can take out original dorayaki and coffee.
The dorayaki are made with Nara rice flour and Nara's famous kudzu (arrowroot kuzu) flour, and are characterized by their mochi (sticky) texture.

●Cafe 2　 Café Kotodama
Renovated from a 200-year-old former sake brewery, “café Kotodama” is a cafe that offers a warm and welcoming space while retaining the atmosphere of an old private house. At lunch time, you can enjoy simple yet carefully prepared dishes that make the most of fresh vegetables and ingredients that are purchased every morning. At teatime, enjoy seasonal sweets and drinks.

●Cafe 3　 La ville ～miyako～
A Western-style cafe where you can enjoy creative cuisine prepared by the young female owner. It mainly uses ingredients produced in Nara Prefecture, and is particular about additive-free ingredients and homemade products. A recommended item on the run menu is the roast beef rice bowl made with carefully selected Japanese beef. It is superbly flavored with plenty of vegetables.

★Click here to see the details of the information.
https://kodawari-times.net/sightseeing/asuka-village-history/

25/12/2024

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Hometown of Japan! 4 recommended sightseeing spots in Asuka Village
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●Asuka Village, Nara Prefecture
Asuka Village in Nara Prefecture is a historic village that was the capital of Japan approximately 1,300 years ago. Since many ancient tombs and historical sites remain, the entire village is preserved under a law commonly known as the Asuka Law, which preserves the historical climate and the traditional Japanese landscape. Here are some of the recommended sightseeing spots in Asuka Village.

●Asukadera Temple
Asukadera Temple is the representative temple of Asuka Village and was the first full-fledged Buddhist temple in Japan, built in 596 by Soga Umako, a powerful man in the Asuka period.
The Asuka Daibutsu (Great Buddha), the oldest Buddhist statue in Japan, was built in 609 by Kuratsukuri no Tori, a leading Buddhist priest of the time, and is a highlight of the temple.

●Ishibutai Kofun Tumulus
Located in the center of the Ishibutai area in the eastern part of Asuka Historical National Government Park, this is one of the largest square mounds in Japan. It is a rare burial mound in which no mound fill remains at all, leaving the huge stone chamber exposed. It is called “Ishibutai” (stone stage) because the wide, flat top of the ceiling stone looks like a stage.

●Kitora Kofun Tumulus Mural Experience Hall, “Hall of the Four Gods”
The Kitora Tumulus is a small round burial mound believed to have been built around the end of the 7th century to the beginning of the 8th century. The murals painted inside the stone chamber of the burial mound are characterized by the depiction of the four gods, ancient gods and beasts.
The Kitora Kofun Tumulus Mural Experience Hall, is a hands-on facility where visitors can learn about the Kitora Tomb and the murals.

●Inabuchi Tanada Terraced Rice Fields
Selected as one of the 100 best terraced rice paddies in Japan and registered as one of Nara Prefecture's scenic assets, this superb spot offers beautiful old-fashioned Japanese farming village scenery, not to mention the beauty of golden ears of rice before the rice harvest in October and the bright red higanbana flowers in full bloom from late September to early October.

23/12/2024

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COFFEE STYLE UCC, Proposing a Life with Coffee From Kobe
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●What is COFFEE STYLE UCC?
COFFEE STYLE UCC is a new brand developed by UCC UESHIMA COFFEE, a leading coffee-centric beverage manufacturer in Japan, headquartered in Kobe. The company sells products in stylish and cute packages, making it easy to enjoy your daily coffee in a way that suits your scene and mood.

●UCC's Unique Technology, Fresh Cube
Fresh Cube, the brand's flagship product, is a cube-shaped regular coffee that is vacuum-packed one cup at a time, developed with UCC's proprietary technology. By vacuum packing, you can enjoy the fresh aroma of freshly ground coffee the moment you open it! The palm-size coffee cubes are easy to use at home or take with you to the office or other places where you go.

●Easy to Make Authentic Drip Coffee
Fresh Cube comes with a paper dripper, so there is no need for utensils! Simply place the paper dripper on top of the cup, pour in coffee grounds, and drip to enjoy authentic drip coffee. The amount of coffee powder is 15 g.
Pour in the right amount of hot water at the right temperature, and enjoy a blissful moment with a generous cup of coffee.

●Recommended Products
1) Heart with Coffee MUSIC SELECTION
A new series with flavors inspired by the musical terms in the product names, based on the concept of “enjoying coffee as you enjoy music. For example, “Cantabile -Singing Like a Song-” is inspired by a melody that spreads across the blue sky, making you want to start singing.
The four gift boxes come in chic and elegant tins, and are sure to make a great gift!

2) CAFE@HOME Life with
Coffee can be enjoyed in accordance with the changes you feel in your life, such as the changing time and weather. There are six types of coffee perfect for various occasions, such as a strong bitter coffee for waking up in the morning. The packaging is also colorful, cute, and uplifting. It is recommended to compare different coffees every day!

●Try buying some as souvenirs or gifts!
UCC's Fresh Cubes will enrich your life with a cup of coffee.It is an authentic yet easy and simple drip coffee, so coffee lovers and those who are not familiar with coffee should definitely try it as a souvenir or gift from Japan!
[Sales Locations]
COFFEE STYLE UCC 3 stores (Gransta Tokyo store, Yokohama store, Atre Kichijoji store)
Also available at the official online store, etc.

20/12/2024

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Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan
Event Report 6 months Before the Opening of the Season
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●October 13, 6months before the opening of Expo
The events were held in various locations on October 13, six months before the opening of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan on April 13, 2025. Being the middle day of a three-day weekend, the event was a great success, attracting many participants from the general public. Among the many events, here is a report on the events held in Tokyo and Osaka♪

●The Tokyo venue featured a splendid lineup of guests!
Tokyo held the “Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan Visit Date and Time Bookings Kick-off Event”. The event was held at the Toranomon Hills Forum in Minato-ku, Tokyo. The event was attended by actors, models, and other splendid guests. In addition, Morizo & Kiccoro, the official characters of Expo 2005 Aichi Japan, presented a cheering baton to MYAKU-MYAKU to celebrate the six months ahead! It was a memorable moment.

●Osaka’s Dotonbori and Ame-mura areas were painted in the colors of the Expo
Various events were held in Osaka, the site of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai! Dotonbori and America-mura, which are visited by tourists from Japan and abroad, were also colored with the colors of the Expo. The “Amemura EXPO- Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai 6 Months to Go!” was held over a three-day weekend from October 12 (Sat.) to 14 (Mon.), and featured a dance show by a dance crew from the Kansai region and live performances. MYAKU-MYAKU joined them on stage and had a great time.

●There will also be a drone show at Nanko!
On Saturday, October 12, 2024, ATC Umiere Plaza (Nanko, Osaka) hosted “More than you can imagine! is the Expo, 6 Months to go! Special Drone Show” was held on Saturday, October 12, 2024.
After six months since the last drone show, which was a surprise event held one year before the opening of the Expo, MYAKU-MYAKU and the Expo's catchphrase floated in the night sky!
I am looking forward to next year's Expo even more!

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18/12/2024

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Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan
Exhibited at NATAS Holiday 2024, a Travel Expo in Singapore
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●Singapore’s interest in the Expo is high
Expo summary posters and ticket information flyers are set up in a dedicated Expo booth inside JNTO’s Japan Pavilion booth. Many people wanted to know how to purchase and reserve tickets.
MYAKU-MYAKU was again very active on the main and sub stages. Despite being in Singapore for the first time, we are very popular among children and the elderly.

●Promoted Expo2025 to approximately 300,000+ followers
On the first day of the event, influencers and media who are sharing about travel and food in Singapore were in attendance. Not wanting to miss this opportunity, we asked them to take a photo with MYAKU-MYAKU and post it.Has anyone seen these posts?
The campaign was posted by numerous influencers and was picked up by a total of more than 300,000 followers. The Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai was well publicized to the younger generation in Singapore!

●MYAKU-MYAKU photography session in Singapore
MYAKU-MYAKU photo shoot at tourist attractions, which has become a regular feature of our overseas PR activities. This time, Singapore’s official mascot, Merli is also with us.
The board held by MYAKU-MYAKU reads “Best Friends（Shinyu in Japanese）”. They are good friends!
The Expo is less than six months away! For those of you who are interested in the Expo, let's meet in Osaka in 2025!

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13/12/2024

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“NISHIGUCHI KUTSUSH*TA” the World's Favorite Sock Brand
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●A brand born in Nara Prefecture, the birthplace of socks
Nara Prefecture is the largest producer of socks in Japan, boasting a 60% share of the national market. In Katsuragi City, the center of the prefecture, there is a sock factory “Knit Win” that combines tradition and innovation. The main brand “NISHIGUCHI KUTSUSH*TA” is made of high quality natural materials and knitted with the wearer in mind.

●NISHIGUCHI KUTSUSH*TA's Factory Store Opens
A factory store of NISHIGUCHI KUTSUSH*TA, which has been making traditional socks, opened in Katsuragi City, Nara Prefecture, where the company is headquartered. 80 kinds of socks from NISHIGUCHI KUTSUSH*TA and other knit-win brands are available. In this very stylish and cozy space, you can take your time to pick up and choose one pair at a time.

●Craftsmanship Factory Tour
And the Knit Win factory across the street from the store offers factory tours (advance reservations required). To begin with, machines handle about 70% of the sock-making process, and the rest is done by hand! The machines are changed according to the type of yarn and the shape of the socks, and the view of about 130 machines lined up in the factory is breathtaking! The socks are made here by skilled craftsmen.

●NISHIGUCHI KUTSUSH*TA recommend
Here are some of the socks we recommend from NISHIGUCHI KUTSUSH*TA that were created in this way. All socks are available in S/M/L sizes, so you can choose one regardless of gender!
・EGYPTIAN COTTON PLAIN SOCKS
“Giza Cotton” from the Giza region of Egypt, a rare material in the world, is used. By twisting the yarn as sweetly as possible, you can enjoy the softness of Giza cotton, which is also known as the king of cotton.
・SILK COTTON LOUNGE SOCKS
Silk Cotton Home Socks use silk cotton for the pile that touches the skin, which has high moisture absorption and heat retention properties. They absorb water even when you sweat, so you feel as if you are wrapped in a fluffy towel.
・Linen Cotton Pile Anclet
The linen pile absorbs perspiration, and the crisp, fresh feel is like walking on grass! These short ankle socks are perfect for wearing with sneakers or in hot weather.

●There are also stores in Tokyo and Osaka
NISHIGUCHI KUTSUSHUTA socks can be purchased not only at the newly opened factory store in Nara Prefecture, but also at physical stores in Tokyo and Osaka, and at the official online store. If you would like to select socks by actually holding them in your hands, please visit the actual stores!
We recommend you to buy them as a souvenir of Japan, a reward for yourself or a gift for your loved ones♪
Official online store: https://11-11.jp/en/

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11/12/2024

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Experience History and Nature.
Nara Asuka Village sokoiko! Cycling Tour
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●The Beginning of Japan
About 1,400 years ago, the capital of Japan was located in Asuka Village, Nara Prefecture. The period of about 120 years from 593 to 710 AD is called the Asuka Period, which is also the origin of the name of Asuka Village. Prince Shotoku, who was born in Asuka Village, aimed to create an emperor-centered nation. In other words, it is the place where the present Japanese nation began.

●Experience the ancient romance and history of sokoiko! Cycling Tour
If you want to visit Asuka Village, the place where Japan began, “sokoiko! Cycling Tour The Beginning of Japan” is recommended! This cycling tour allows you to feel the romance of ancient times in your body as you visit ancient burial mounds and historical sites that are still shrouded in mystery. You will visit Kengoshizuka Kofun Tumulus, Asukadera Temple, and other sites while listening to the commentary of a local guide.

●Asuka Village Tour Still Full of Charm
Asuka Village tours are not limited to historical cycling! ‘Asuka Night Mystery Tour’ to visit ancient tombs at night by bicycle, ‘Amagoi Rain-Calling Adventure’ to a legendary spot of Rain-Calling, ‘Otsukai! Asuka Food Hunting Cycling Tour’ to visit farmers in Asuka Village and cook and eat local foods, and many other attractive tours.
Find the perfect tour for you!

●“sokoiko! Cycling” for a cycling tour to experience the history of Japan
“sokoiko!Cycling” tours are also available in Hiroshima City, Sumida-ku, Tokyo, Tsuwano Town in Shimane Prefecture, Kitano in Kobe, Kawaba Village in Gunma Prefecture, and other locations throughout Japan.
In both cases, local guides will tell you about the history of the area, so those who wish to experience Japanese history more deeply are encouraged to participate!

27/11/2024

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Secrets of the KINKAKUJI (Golden Pavilion) in Kyoto
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●4 Mysteries of the KINKAKUJI
Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), one of Kyoto's World Heritage sites, is a popular temple for both domestic and international tourists because of its glittering golden exterior. This time, we will share with you some trivia about Kinkakuji Temple that you will enjoy more if you know!

●1 What is the real name of Kinkakuji Temple?
Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion) is another name for the temple, and its official name is Rokuonji. It became familiar as Kinkakuji because of the gold leaf on the inside and outside of the building.

●2 What are the creatures on the roof?
A “Phoenix” symbolizing peace and prosperity is installed on the roof as a decoration. It is said that it was installed as a symbol to pray for peace in the capital of Kyoto, where there is no conflict.

●3 Why is the first floor not gilded?
It is said that the first floor is for nobles, the second floor is for warriors, and the top floor is for temples, and the reason why the first floor is not gilded is to show the superiority of the warrior class over the nobility.

●4 How much gold leaf is used in the Kinkakuji Temple?
The total amount of gold leaf covering the exterior walls is a whopping 20 kg!
If the Kinkakuji were to be newly re-covered now with the same amount of gold, the price of gold alone is said to be more than 200 million yen. Please come and see the dazzling golden architectural beauty.

20/11/2024

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Just Like the Real Thing!
“Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten Japanese Tableware” Capsule Toy
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●Miniature figures reproducing Japanese crafts
Introducing “Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten Japanese Tableware,” a new product from the popular Japanese souvenir capsule toy line called “Gacha Gacha”! This is a miniature figure of dishes and food products rooted in Japanese craftsmanship developed by the store. Although small, the texture of the vessels has been reproduced, giving a taste of Japaneseness.

●Gohan no Jikan (mealtime)
A set of Japanese tableware to go with the golden combination of Japanese food, rice and miso soup. Even the grain of the cedar in the Akita cedar bend and the “taste” of the painting on the Minoyaki tea bowls have been finely reproduced.
The set also includes a lacquer bowl and chopsticks that can be washed in a dishwasher.

●Ocha no jikan (tea time)
The texture of Nambu Tetsubin remains unchanged. A set for “tea time” to take a rest with tea and Fuyaki rice crackers. The vessels by “Sh*tsurindo,” a lacquer ware shop established over 230 years ago, carefully reproduce the texture of the “Shin-nuri technique,” in which the finish is achieved with a single coat of lacquer.

●Oyatsu no jikan (snack time)
The mugs and plates of the “Snack Time” set are reproductions of vessels made by Maruhiro, a ceramics manufacturer in Hasamiyaki, Nagasaki Prefecture. The colorful tones will add color to your snack time.
Please enjoy it with boros kneaded with hojicha (roasted green tea) produced in Tsukigase, Nara Prefecture.

●Bansyaku no jikan (evening drink time)
This set makes you want to drink sake in a big gulp. The small plates are inspired by the “Kurawanka Bowl,” porcelain tableware used by common people in the Edo period, and the transparent Nabeshima celadon Tokkuri (Sake bottle) and Ochoko (Sake cup) are finished in a way that could be mistaken for the genuine article.

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