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Bunraku
What is Bunraku? Bunraku is a traditional form of Japanese puppet theatre that was founded in Osaka in the 17th century. It is performed by a Syamisen player, puppeteers, and a chanter. The puppeteers show the story visually while the chanter tells the story by voice....
Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route
Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is a mountain sightseeing route in the Northern Japan Alps where visitors can traverse by various means of transportation including cablecars, electric buses and a ropeway. The route is 37.2 km long and a difference in elevation is 1,975...
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Embracing Imperfection: Kintsugi, the Art of Golden Repair
Have you ever broken your favourite cup or plate and felt a little heartbroken? In Japan, instead of throwing such pieces away, there is a beautiful tradition of mending them, while also celebrating their history and imperfections. It’s called Kintsugi, or “golden...
Summer’s Here — and So Are the Mosquitoes!
A Simple Way to Stay Safe from Mosquitoes with Ceiling Mosquito Spray When the warm weather arrives, so do our favorite summer pleasures—barbecues, garden parties, holidays, and open windows. But with the sunshine comes an unwelcome guest: mosquitoes. You’re just...
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