Category: Japan 2024
Teshima Island: A Journey Through Art and Tranquility
The day was marked by a scenic boat ride from Naoshima to Teshima, revealing the island’s unique charm. Teshima boasts art installations in harmony with nature, notably La Forêt des Murmures and the Teshima Art Museum. These serene spaces invoke reflection and tranquility, creating an immersive experience that touches the soul. A simple ramen meal rounded off the day.
Exploring Naoshima: Japan’s Art Island Marvel
Naoshima, a small island in Japan’s Seto Inland Sea, is renowned for its contemporary art and architecture. Tadao Ando’s designs, including the Benesse House Museum, have transformed it into a cultural haven. This revitalization attracted global artists and tourists, preserving the island’s charm and preventing economic decline while integrating modern art with nature.
Fushimi Inari Shrine & Kyoto Trail
Today, our trio decided to visit the Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto. It is one of the most iconic Shinto shrines in the country. The shrine is renowned for its thousands of vibrant red torii gates, which form picturesque tunnels along the paths leading… Continue Reading “Fushimi Inari Shrine & Kyoto Trail”
Sanzen-in Temple in Kyoto
Luca and I went for a stroll around Kyoto, beginning with the beautiful Sanzen-in Temple. Located in the rural town of Ōhara near Kyoto, it features stunning moss gardens, ancient statues, and serene ponds, offering a peaceful retreat in the midst of nature. This… Continue Reading “Sanzen-in Temple in Kyoto”
Eihei-ji Temple
Eihei-ji Temple is located near Yasuko’s home and, for various reasons, it has become a favorite temple for almost everyone we’ve visited Japan with, including Luca. One notable feature is its use of “borrowed landscape”, where the surrounding natural scenery is harmoniously incorporated into… Continue Reading “Eihei-ji Temple”
Everything Tofu Lunch in Kyoto
I think we were all eagerly anticipating the culinary experiences in Japan. Having visited Japan numerous times, I’ve always found food to be an essential part of the journey. This visit was no different. We chose a renowned tofu restaurant at the top of… Continue Reading “Everything Tofu Lunch in Kyoto”
Mikuni & Takefu Knife Village
The Takefu Knife Village is one of my favorite places to visit in Fukui. Renowned for producing a wide variety of knives and scissors, their kitchen knives are particularly exceptional. Some of these high-quality blades are crafted by factory employees, while others are made… Continue Reading “Mikuni & Takefu Knife Village”
Mikuni Festival
The Mikuni Festival is a vibrant celebration steeped in tradition and community spirit. This festival dates back over 300 years and is most famous for its grand procession of ornate Yamakasa floats, which are meticulously handcrafted and decorated with elaborate figures and vibrant colors.… Continue Reading “Mikuni Festival”
Mikuni Coastal walk – Tōjimbō – Oshima
Today we went for a walk in Yasuko’s hometown, Mikuni. We drove to the seaside, parked the car and started to walk towards Tōjimbō, one of the touristic highlights of the area, a dramatic stretch of rugged basalt cliffs that have been shaped by… Continue Reading “Mikuni Coastal walk – Tōjimbō – Oshima”
D.T. Suzuki Zen Museum
We went to visit that beautiful and calm place in the middle of Kanazawa. This second time for me, I felt an immense calm in the surrounding gardens or sitting in the house looking at those “borrowed landscapes”.
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