Takiyasha-hime: Sorcery and revenge in medieval Japan
A look at the origins and story of Takiyasha-hime (Princess Takiyasha), a staple of the repertoire of the Kagura folk
Read moreA look at the origins and story of Takiyasha-hime (Princess Takiyasha), a staple of the repertoire of the Kagura folk
Read moreSpectacular folk art for the masses, every week in Hiroshima city center. [日本語]
Read more3 days of action sports in downtown Hiroshima.
Read moreThe Saigoku Kaido (Saigoku Route/Way/Road), was the main overland thoroughfare between Kyushu and Kyoto between from the 8th century up
Read moreAlthough temperatures in early February may make it hard to believe, Setsubun marks the coming of spring. On February 3,
Read more10 years is a good chunk of time to be doing anything, but it takes a particular tenacity to keep
Read moreYes, the New Year holidays are done and that time of year is now upon us. Yes, it’s oyster season! From
Read more“The feast of seven herbs” is a day on which people in Japan customarily eat a healthy seven-herb rice porridge to ensure give the stomach a break from the indulgences of New Year.
Read moreThis fascinating and touching 45 minute documentary commissioned by Hiroshima TV investigates the final days of two American POWs who
Read moreScenes from the annual celebratory kangetsu-sai autumn moon-viewing tea ceremonies at Hiroshima’s Shukkei-en Garden.
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