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Sketching Amazing Architecture in Tokyo

December 20, 2023

From skyscrapers to temples, sketching Tokyo’s buildings explores the diversity, history, culture and innovation of this amazing city. … More Sketching Amazing Architecture in Tokyo

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Drawing of two shrines fighting at the Imari ton ten ton matsuri festival

Inside Matsuri: The Colorful World Of Japanese Shrine Festivals

December 6, 2023

Japanese Matsuri are large public Shinto festivals, with some interesting and amazing traditions and festivities! … More Inside Matsuri: The Colorful World Of Japanese Shrine Festivals

Inside Matsuri: The Colorful World Of Japanese Shrine Festivals
Drawing of Kusatsu Onsen Japan street cover Yumomi paddle

Japanese Manhole Covers: Canvases of Urban Creativity

November 29, 2023

Throughout Japan, manhole covers are artworks right under our feet. Colourful and unique, each represents the culture and identity of the city or town. … More Japanese Manhole Covers: Canvases of Urban Creativity

Japanese Manhole Covers: Canvases of Urban Creativity
Sketch of Japanese train Mickey mouse paint design shinkansen

Sensational Shinkansen Designs – The Joyful Paint Work of Japan’s Bullet Trains

November 15, 2023

Japanese shinkansens (bullet trains) come in special limited edition designs. Hello Kitty, Micky Mouse and Evangelion are just some amazing shinkansen editions! … More Sensational Shinkansen Designs – The Joyful Paint Work of Japan’s Bullet Trains

Sensational Shinkansen Designs – The Joyful Paint Work of Japan’s Bullet Trains
stand up sushi restaurant tokyo train station food

Standing Sushi Bars in Japan

October 25, 2023

Popular in Tokyo train stations, standing sushi bars in Japan have no seats and are the perfect quick sushi meal on the go. … More Standing Sushi Bars in Japan

Standing Sushi Bars in Japan
Kaiseki dining in Japan abalone cooking alive

The Most Disturbing Food I Ever Ate In Japan

October 4, 2023

During a kaiseki meal in a Japanese ryokan, I was served abalone, cooked whilst still alive. It was the most disturbing dish I’ve ever eaten. … More The Most Disturbing Food I Ever Ate In Japan

The Most Disturbing Food I Ever Ate In Japan
Drawing of hanazono Jinja a Shinto shrine in Shinjuku tokyo

Hanazono Jinja – Secret Shrine Between Tokyo’s Skyscrapers

September 27, 2023

Linking modern and traditional Japan, Hanazono Jinja in Shinjuku is an unexpected and beautiful Tokyo shrine worth visiting. … More Hanazono Jinja – Secret Shrine Between Tokyo’s Skyscrapers

Hanazono Jinja – Secret Shrine Between Tokyo’s Skyscrapers
Drawing of funazushi platter of rotten fish

8 Weird Japanese Foods To Eat In Japan (If You’re Brave)

September 6, 2023

Fish sperm, poison fugu, and locusts are some of the weirdest food in Japan. Discover more unusual Japanese dishes! … More 8 Weird Japanese Foods To Eat In Japan (If You’re Brave)

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かわいいたこ焼き屋台日本ケーキコピックマーカーの描画

8 Japanese Foods You Need To Try In Japan

August 30, 2023

Read about some of Japan’s most iconic and delicious dishes, that every visitor to Japan should try! … More 8 Japanese Foods You Need To Try In Japan

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Coffee in Japan drawing of boss coffee black

The One Unusual Thing I Look Forward To Every Time I Visit Japan

August 9, 2023

When I travel to Japan, I look forward to all the things I can see and experience. But this one tiny thing is one of my favourite things in Japan! … More The One Unusual Thing I Look Forward To Every Time I Visit Japan

The One Unusual Thing I Look Forward To Every Time I Visit Japan

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