Shirakawa-go is a small traditional Japanese village located in Gifu prefecture. The site was designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. Building seen in this small mountain village is...
The matcha roll cake with cream in the center is a staple at many Japanese cafés. Japan doesn’t have establishments called tea houses or “Chaya” except for a few that...
A scene from a commuter train transfer point in Kanagawa (just outside of Tokyo) The post Good morning #Japan appeared first on YUNOMI.
GREEN TEA RESTAURANT 1899 OCHANOMIZU will open on August 1, 2014. The restaurant is produced by Ryumeikan, a company managing and producing hotels and restaurants. Their concept is “preparing” and...
In the Edo period, ceramic ware and pottery was used as an offering the the feudal lords or the shogunate. Nabeshima-yaki is a ceramic ware established by the Nabeshima family...
If you’re planning a trip this summer to Kyoto, Japan, visit the path to the Kibune shrine. Visit any one of the restaurants for lunch on the river (on platforms...
“Hachi-jyu-hachiya” is the 88th day after Risshun. Risshun is the day that Spring begins on Japan’s lunar calender. Currently, it is on February 4th. In other words, “Hachi-jyu-hachiya” is the...
2014 Annual Sayamacha Tea Picking Festval will be held at the end of May. The post EVENT: Sayama-cha Tea Picking Festival appeared first on YUNOMI.
Itaya Hazan (1872-1963) is a Japanese potter active during late Meiji to mid Showa period. He was the first potter to receive the Order of Cultural Merit (Bunka Kunsho). Following...
Bissori An old Japanese-style house rebuilt into a tranquil and spacious restaurant. Their wide selection of wine can be enjoyed with Italian/ Korean dishes. The unusual setting of eating at...
Kanda Shinpachi 神田新八 Fresh seafood is gathered from all over Japan, offering seasonal dishes. Our fresh vegetables provided by our contracted farmer is Tokyo-raised and recommended as well. We have...
Scrolls of Frolicking Animals and Humans (Chōjū giga) is a national treasure consisting of a set of four scrolls, known to have been produced in the late Heian period (794-1185)...
