Tag: Edo
Should Tattoos Continue to be Banned From Onsen in Japan?
Spring and early Summer means relaxation, travel, and for many people, it also means a visit to an Onsen (温泉; natural hot springs). As a volcanically active country,...
7 Things you didn’t know about Ninja
Imposing figures in black, hiding in the shadows, and moving about with almost superhuman agility seem like nothing but cool stories told to tourists...
6 Things Everybody Gets Wrong About Samurai
Steeped in a long history and plenty of mystery, the Samurai 侍 have been a cornerstone of Japanese mythology since 794 AD (Heian Period). Having fought...
Traversing the Nakasendo Hiking Trail
Stretching over a distance of 500km, this ancient trade and pilgrimage route has become one of the most famous hikes in Japan - and...
Hunting & Gathering Truths vs. Farming Lies
Japan is a very unique country in many respects, and has even been called "Planet Japan" by some. Having been more or less isolated...
