The Sword Artist Masatada Kitagawa Japanese swords have been treated with exclusive care since ancient times. The oldest sword, “Kusanagi-no-Tsurugi”, is a legendary Japanese sword and is enshrined as a one of three Imperial Regalia of Japan at the Atsuta Shrine in Nagoya city.We are preparing a new experience, on which you will have an opportunity to meet authentic Japanese swords at a workshop...
Omi merchant residence in Gokasho Higashiomi city, which stands on the shore of the Lake Biwa, is located at the heart of Japan. It is also close to an old Japanese capital, Kyoto, which has flourished as a transportation hub since ancient times. Vendors called “Omi merchants” who used to trade local foods in markets with carrying-poles on their shoulders, finally benefitted from the...
Charcoal fire is soothing The Hitomi sanso serves various style of cuisine with a fresh fish called Iwana, which is cooked in a traditional sunken hearth called Irori. Enjoy carpaccio, freshly sliced sashimi with Awa soy source and grilled Iwana seasoned with salt and garlic oil. All of the dishes created by the house owner will satisfy your palette. We rent the 350-years-old Irori...
Why did they fight against the Shogun? The warrior called “Bushi” played an active role in the Sengoku Period (mid-15centry to early 17 century). Around the time, warlords called “Sengoku daimyo” continuously battled to unify Japan. Nobunaga Oda succeeded to gain power and control over many parts of Japan. However, Hyakusai-ji Temple categorically opposed him. Amid the domestic disturbance, Nobunaga who gained the momentum...
The 150 years-old Kawashima is located at Takashima in Shiga prefecture, which is about one hour from Kyoto. The owner, Mr Kawashima, hosts the brewery tour, in which you will have a chance to taste the local sake, “Matsuno Hana” and experience Takashima’s traditional culture and nature. Takashima is well-known for its unique water culture called “Kabata” which is an ancient method to use...
“Tarobo Shrine” is famous for a deity of victory The Shinto shrine with a tradition of 1400 years The Tarobo Shrine has been worshipped as a god of victory since ancient times. Olympic medalists, sporting celebrities and many supporters visit the shrine to pray for success. The big highlight of this experience is spiritual power flowing around Mt Akagami. Feel the spirit at the...
Stunning colour scheme! Nunobikiyaki Pottery The Nunobikiyaki pottery is a modern version of Ryokusaitoki pottery which was originally made in the Heian Period. After 1,000 years lapsed, Ryokusaitoki was reborn as Nunobikiyaki. It stands out for the beautiful colour created with a unique technique called “Shichisaitenmoku.” A master potter of the workshop, Taro Kojima is a co-artist produced the Tower of the Sun with...
Omi Beef – one of three major wagyu brand-Enjoy Omi beef sukiyaki! Omi beef sukiyaki is a must-try dish in Higashiomi. It is a beef hot pot seasoned with delicious local soy source and cooked together with green spring onions in an iron pot. The meat fat is sweet and not greasy at all so that you will digest it easily. Savour the taste...
