Day: September 30, 2024

A farmer in a rice paddy wearing a Japanese conical hat.

The Japanese Hat: Different Types of Headgear

Many years ago, a Japanese hat represented rank, position, job, or similar distinctions. Keep reading to learn more about some of the best hats and headgear historically worn in Japan.

Leaves from the ginkgo tree.

Ginkgo Tree: A Multipurpose Tree in Japan

Among Japan’s most iconic trees is the ginkgo tree, famed for its brilliant yellow-gold leaves that form radiant canopies, lining streets and parks in breathtaking golden splendor.

Nagatoro Funatama Festival decorations in Chichibu.

Chichibu in the Fall: A Wonderful Getaway

Chichibu (秩父) is a small, rural city in Japan’s Kanto region. The beauty of the city’s forests has made it the destination of nature seekers for centuries.

A tea plantation in Shizuoka with Mt. Fuji in the background.

Shizuoka Prefecture: Paradise by the Mountains!

Shizuoka Prefecture is one of Japan’s most captivating travel destinations, known for its breathtaking views of Mount Fuji. Located between Tokyo and Kyoto, Shizuoka offers coastal towns and mountainous landscapes, making it ideal for all travelers.