Experiences
Tempura
easy to make and very deliciousTempura- about 400 years ago, in mid 16 Century, it originally came to Japan via the Portugese […]
Skiing and snowboarding? GRANDECO for families, beginners/intermediate levels
Lots of choices in Japan, but this one is perfect for beginners/intermediate levelsHow do you choose your skii slopes? Snow quality and good slopes, location/easy access, reliable infrastructure, good […]
Fruit speciality cafe and restaurant in Yotsuya- Fukunaga
Try their seasonal fruit parfait, full of ripe fresh fruit, with hand made sorbet and ice creamIn the Yotsuya article (http://hiddenjapanguide.com/archives/317), I have introduced FUKUNAGA, a fruit speciality cafe, hidden away between Yotsuya […]
Japan and religion
find out how you can experience the religionsJapanese people are said to be born in Shinto, marry in Christianity and die in Buddhism! What […]
Gokokuji and Genroku period
quiet, impressive temple in Tokyo Bunkyo-kuGokokuji is a special temple, as the main hall, Kanno-do, dates back to 1697, Genroku period. It […]
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden 新宿御苑 – Oasis in Shinjuku 新宿
Beautiful park and lunch recommendations nearbyShinjuku is a very busy city- lots of skyscrapers, red light district Kabukicho, ladies` favorite department store, […]
Mount Koya (Koyasan) 高野山 in Kii Peninsula紀伊半島
Holy mountain, full of special and sacred places, hidden away deep in the Japanese mountainsKoyasan has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004, together with other sites on the […]
MOA museum in Atami
beautiful and quiet locationMOA Museum of Art in Atami is a very quiet and beautiful museum, housing many Japanese art […]
Japanese soup- kenchin soupけんちん汁
Use the DASHI to make delicious and healthy Japanese soupYou know how to make DASHIだし (refer to the article DASHI http://hiddenjapanguide.com/archives/1298 So, now let`s use this […]
Karaage-fried chicken Japanese style
everyone`s favorite Japanese foodHere is how to make chicken karaage 唐揚げ, Japanese style. It is very easy and quick! Ingredients for […]
