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Mar 1, 2007Now Reports
Beppu Hatto Yukemuri Akari no Matsuri
Light is the theme of this early spring festival, as the hot spring city of Beppu is illuminated with all the colors of the spectrum.
Feb 1, 2007Now Reports
Good Cop, Bored Cop
One of the great advantages of life in Japan is the safety we come to take for granted... by Max
Feb 1, 2007Now Reports
Tenryo Hita Doll Festival
The Tenryo area of Hita - where culture and tradition survive in a historical setting. Welcome to the colorful world of hina dolls.
Jan 1, 2007Now Reports
Romance of the Lantern Festival
Lying on the old Buzen road, the streets of Yamaga retain much of their appearance from days gone by. This town, also famous for its onsen, is enveloped in a magical aura by the li...
Jan 1, 2007Now Reports
Night Riders
It's not that often I get angry; it takes a lot to push me over the edge... by Matt Benyon
Dec 1, 2006Now Reports
A Traditional Japanese Kurisumas
Christmas in Japan instantly brings to mind that well-known urban myth of Santa's crucifixion. The general consensus is that it occurred shortly after World War II, and that the pe...
Dec 1, 2006Now Reports
Aso Christmas Balloon Festival
Among the events happening in Aso at this time of year, the Christmas Balloon Festival is the most popular. Twenty-five colorful hot air balloons race over the expanse of Aso, and ...
Nov 1, 2006Now Reports
Such A Polite Country, but Where Are Your Manners?!
I do not slurp. But I believe my Japanese yatai comrades that slurping displays a passion for cuisine and can improve the ramen's taste... By Jake Pass
Nov 1, 2006Now Reports
Takachiho Yokagura
Saturated with the myths of old Japan, Takachiho is home to the settings of many famous stories, such as the cave in which the sun goddess Amaterasu hid herself away, and the great...
