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- Myokakuji Temple, Nobunaga's Innovative Venue for Tea Ceremonies
Oda Nobunaga held his tea ceremonies at Myokakuji Temple, his lodging during his stay in Kyoto. Here, Nobunaga and Sen-no-Rikyu met. The two innovators began to resonate with each other… Read more: Myokakuji Temple, Nobunaga's Innovative Venue for Tea Ceremonies - Hamamatsu Castle, Ieyasu's Journey of Building a Peaceful Era
Tokugawa Ieyasu (1543-1616, 徳川家康) was freed from his hostage of Imagawa Yoshimoto (1519-1560, 今川義元) defeated at Okehazama Battle, and took a step forward as the lord of Okazaki Castle. He… Read more: Hamamatsu Castle, Ieyasu's Journey of Building a Peaceful Era - Shugakuin Imperial Villa: Emperor Gomiziunoo's Villa Life
Shugakuin Imperial Villa is surrounded by a courtly atmosphere, and its beauty is beyond description. This magnificent villa was built by the 108th Emperor Gomizunoo (1596-1680, 後水尾天皇) after his abdication.… Read more: Shugakuin Imperial Villa: Emperor Gomiziunoo's Villa Life
Destinations
Must Visit in 2024
Okehazama Festival at Okehazama Battlefield Ruin, May 19
A parade of warriors in armor and lighting of 3,500 lanterns to mourn both defeated armies in the Battle of Okehazama between Oda Nobunaga and Imagawa Yoshimoto. Nobunaga's victory and Yoshimoto's downfall marked a significant turning point in Japan's Warring States period, setting a new period for the subsequent unification of Japan. >> Read More
Tokyo National Museum
The 850th Anniversary of Jodo sect Buddhism, Apr.16 – Jun.9
Honen, a founder of the Jodo sect, was a revolutionary Buddhist priest whose teaching was the chanting Amitabha Buddha single-mindedly towards enlightenment. It was greatly developed under the devotion of Tokugawa Ieyasu. >> Read More
The Museum of Kyoto,
Matsunoo Taisha / Guidian Shrine of Western Kyoto, Apr.27 - Jun. 23
The first exhibition of sacred treasures of Matsunoo Taisha Shrine, where Japan's Best Sake Brewing Deity resides. 90% of the exhibits are on display for the first time including ancient writing by Oda Nobunaga and Minamoto Yoritomo. >> Read More
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Our Selections
We select and offer attractive traditions and gems rooted in long Japanese history. It provides an opportunity to reacquaint yourself with the protagonist of the historical story by holding it in your hands and feeling it in your heart. >> Read More