Author: yokosojapan
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Tsukimi & Moon Art Night Shimokitazawa 2025 — Where Old Traditions Meet New Moons
Autumn in Japan has always been a season for looking up. For over a thousand years, people have gathered under the clear September sky to admire the moon, reflect on the harvest, and share food with friends and family. This custom, called Tsukimi (月見), still shapes how people experience autumn evenings — sometimes with rice…
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Fireworks Festivals in Japan: A Complete Guide to September 2025
Fireworks Festivals Are the Soul of a Japanese Summer Summer in Japan isn’t complete without fireworks festivals—hanabi taikai—lighting up the night sky. These summer traditions date back to the Edo period, when fireworks were used both for entertainment and to ward off evil spirits. Today, they’re one of the highlights of the season, drawing thousands…
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Japan: the Ideal Destination for Your Next Trip
Japan, a land where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with modern advancements, offers travelers an immersive experience into its rich cultural tapestry. Exploring Japan on a tourist visa provides an excellent opportunity to delve into its heritage, natural beauty, and culinary delights, all while enhancing Japanese language skills through authentic interactions. Japan’s Rich Cultural Heritage Japan’s…
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Welcome to YOKOSO!
As this is our first blog post, we would like to use this opportunity to tell you a little bit about the journey of YOKOSO Japan and what matters to us the most Back to the Start Our journey started a couple of years back when we left the comfort of our homes to chase…