Apr 30, 2021Maneki Neko Wonderland at Gotokuji Temple (護国寺)Gotokuji Temple is said to be the birthplace of "maneki neko" (luck-inviting cat or beckoning cat) and is home to dozens of them! It's a...
Apr 27, 2021Chiba's Gorgeous Ajisai Garden: Hattori Farm Hydrangea Mansion (服部農園あじさい屋敷)After sakura, my favorite flower that blooms in abundance in Japan is ajisai (hydrangea). You can see them all over Japan, and there are...
Apr 15, 2021Nezu Shrine Bunkyo Azalea Festival (つつじ祭り) in Tokyo!Nezu Shrine was established in 1705, and is famous for its azalea festival which has a gorgeous and bountiful garden full of 3000 azalea...