Once upon a time in 17th century Japan, a courtesan gifted with both intelligence and beauty, lived in the Old Capital (Kyoto). Her name was Yoshino DayuuⅡ(or Yoshino TayuⅡ). The 18th-century writer, Saikaku Ihara called her the most exceptional Japanese courtesan of all time. According to legend, her name was known even in China and love letters, request of portraits came. Trained as a high-ranking courtesan from the age of 7, she quickly mastered the arts of Japanese music, dance, poetry, tea ceremony, flower arrang… Daha fazlasını okun

Katsumi-san taking part in the Hanagasa Junko (flower parade) procession, part of the Gion Festival in Summer. She is a Maiko in Kyoto. Beautiful Maiko in Kyoto.... https://blog-imgs-101.fc2.… Daha fazlasını okun

Honda is known for its engineering excellence. It's also a company willing to take its time to get things right. For example, Honda famously spent a decade perfecting its second-generation NSX supercar. Naturally, we weren't shocked to learn that the company spent 30 years getting its first private jet off the ground. In 1986, Honda's aviation team — led by a young aeronautical engineer named Michimasa Fujino — began work on the company's ambitious foray into the aerospace industry. It was one of the final major projects greenlit by Soichiro Honda, the aviation enthusiast who founded th… Daha fazlasını okun

Honda is known for its engineering excellence. It's also a company willing to take its time to get things right. For example, Honda famously spent a decade perfecting its second-generation NSX supercar. Naturally, we weren't shocked to learn that the company spent 30 years getting its first private jet off the ground. In 1986, Honda's aviation team — led by a young aeronautical engineer named Michimasa Fujino — began work on the company's ambitious foray into the aerospace industry. It was one of the final major projects greenlit by Soichiro Honda, the aviation enthusiast who founded th… Daha fazlasını okun

Video 63 : School Gurl Pai-chan After Class - Highlights - 409MB / 10m58s / 720HD / MP4 This is where many skiers enjoy snow in winter but now the vast grass field is the best playground for sukebe schoolgurl Pai-chan. Video 64 : Pai-chan just came back from School- NEW - 374MB / 10m17s / 720 HD / MP4 Video 65 : Maid, Lingerie, Bride and Kimono Pai-chan- Highlights - 417MB /… Daha fazlasını okun

THE SNOW CORRIDOR The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is one of the most scenic mountain routes in Japan that cuts through the 3,000m high Northern Japanese Alps mountains. A highlight of the route is the 20m high Snow Wall which you can walk through. (The SNOW WALL within just a short walk from the Murodo terminal. The area is one of the heaviest snow falling districts) In the past, only a small number of skilled mountaineers could reach the area but the opening of the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route in 1971 m… Daha fazlasını okun

Cho-on-tei, Ken-nin-ji, Kyoto Many Japanese people view gardens as a means of expressing peace and tranquility through the fine art of landscaping. Ponds full of colorful koi (carp) fish, bubbling streams, boulders, trees, and flowers are all chosen and placed with meticulous detail. The art of the Japanese garden dates back to the 1500's when the feudal elites placed particular emphasis on the worshipping the aesthetics of na… Daha fazlasını okun

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The history of Japanese lighthouses, guideposts of the ocean, goes back 1200 years. It is said that their beginnings lie in the signal fires (‘Noroshi’) lit in the daytime and the bonfires (‘Kagaribi’) burnt at night as a signal to ships in the capes and islands of Kyushu. Throughout the country there are 67 lighthouses still functioning and in active use that were built in the Meiji era (1868-1912), the time of the founding of modern Japan. These lighthouses have both historic and cultural value, and are firmly… Daha fazlasını okun

Differences Between Oiran (花魁, おいらん) and Geisha(芸者,げいしゃ) Some people might certainly ask the question, “What is the difference between a Geisha and an Oiran? Aren’t they the same thing?” The answer is, “No.” Although they may appear to be similar, in that they both dress up in beautiful traditional clothing and entertain guests, the geisha never were involved in prostitution like the oiran were. Instead, the gei… Daha fazlasını okun

Geisha are artisans. Their craft? Conversation, entertainment and performance. They are protectors of an ancient culture and custom. It’s often said that a night with a geisha is like spending an evening with an old friend — such is their way with words and conversation. Take a peek into the mysterious world of the geisha of Japan. Origin of the Geisha Long ago, during the Edo Period, a class of women slowly began to rise up from the ranks of the pleasure quarters. These women were set apart by their wealth of skills… Daha fazlasını okun

The life of a Maiko requires a lot of self-sacrifice and self-discipline. Because of this, it’s a very difficult but respected profession. The world of the Geisha is still a mysterious one to most people, and that’s the way they like it. Get a glimpse behind the scenes of today’s Maiko and Hangyoku (apprentice Geisha in Tokyo). Becoming a Maiko In Kyoto, Maiko (lit. meaning "dancing girl") are apprentice Geiko (the Kyoto term for Geisha), while in… Daha fazlasını okun

A 32-year-old Love Hotel made a smart change. A family of 5 from Australia found that this old hotel is the most inexpensive and suitable for their stay in Asakusa, Tokyo. Fun to choose their desired room type when checking-in. The reasonable charge per room starts from only 2,400 Japanese Yen. Surprise or no surprise but this used to be a couple's only hote… Daha fazlasını okun

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Hina-matsuri, or the doll festival, is observed on March 3 to celebrate girls and pray for their continued health and happiness. The day is also known as "Momo no Sekku" (peach festival), families display "Hinamatsuri" dolls dressed in the ornate, decorative robes of the ancient imperial court. The manufacturing of these figurines remains a thriving example of traditional Japanese craftwork. Hinamatsuri events were first observed by courtiers during the Heian period (794–1185). They fell on the first day of the year’s f… Daha fazlasını okun

Takeda Castle (竹田城 Takeda-jō) is a ruined castle in the city of Asago, in the northern part of Hyōgo-ken. It is located north of Himeji, and north-west of Kyoto, and is situated some 353 metres above sea level. The phenomenon often occurs in Autumn between September and November when the morning mist and fog forms a sea of clouds on a clear day. The fog is caused by the sharp drop in overnight temperatures experienced at that time of the year between day and night. http://blog-imgs-74.fc2.com/s/k/b/skbjkjsk/… Daha fazlasını okun

Omizutori (お水取り) is a series of events held annually from March 1 to 14 at Nara Todaiji Temple and at many temples in Japan during February and March. This collection of Buddhist repentance rituals has been held every year for over 1250 years, making it one of the oldest reoccurring Buddhist events in Japan. Omizutori is performed at Nigatsudo Hall (二月堂), a sub-complex of Todaiji, which stands not far from the temple's main hall on the slope of a hill. Nigatsudo literally means "Second month hall", referring to the second… Daha fazlasını okun

The Shimokita Penisula (下北半島, Shimokita Hantō), Aomori-ken is the axe-shaped peninsula located at the northernmost tip of Japan's main island Honshu. (Cape Shiriyazaki Light House built 1876) The remote peninsula's main attraction is Osorezan ("Fear Mountain"), whose barren, steaming and sulfur-rich landscape resembles descriptions of Buddhist hell. The peninsula is generally known for its rugged scenery, wild land… Daha fazlasını okun