(Italiano) Continua la rubrica di Japan Italy Bridge per promuovere gli approfondimenti legati al mondo del Giappone, oggi parliamo di delle Tavolette Ema che troviamo in tutti i templi del Giappone.

Japan, like Italy, is a country very attached to art and many contemporary Japanese artists have exported their works abroad.

Japan Italy Bridge promotes Japan and creates a real bridge between Japan and Italy and today we focus on Hiroshima.

(Italiano) Continua la rubrica di Japan Italy Bridge per promuovere gli approfondimenti legati al mondo del Giappone, oggi parliamo di Okinawa e il caso della popolazione ultra centenaria.

With the advent of COVID-19, many events have been cancelled all over the world, but the firefly festival in Japan doesn't stop and this year the luminous insects dance by themselves.

It happened to everyone to find untranslatable words and discover that every language has words with a certain meaning without correspondence. Let's see together some of these Japanese words!

As we already know, Japan is a land of trends that come and go, but the recent Animal Crossing phenomenon has involved the whole world, and we're not just talking about the gaming one.

Japan has rich and varied traditions, one of the most famous of which is the one linked to lucky charms or amulets. In fact, o-mamori (お守り) are easy to find and just go to any temple to buy them. But what exactly are they and how are they……

Traveling is still impossible, so today we share with you how it is possible to discover Japan, its lands, and its customs through some films.

Phase two here in Italy has started but traveling is still impossible, so let's continue our section on things to do in quarantine, and today we talk about how to visit the museums of Japan, virtually.

Forget about the sea view, now the "cat view" is what matters. Since last December in Japan there is a brand new capsule hotel that offers an extra: cats!

We continue with our practical guides about Tokyo and today we talk about the Japanese railway system, one of the most efficient in the world, and the jewel of this system: the shinkansen.

In this new episode of our special guides, we want to show you which are the best places to have breakfast in Tokyo! So here is a small list of our favorite places.

Meet Quaran, the official Japanese quarantine mascot! That's right, once again Japan has decided to give us an important message while maintaining a smile.

(日本語) There are many Japanese matsuri but today we decide to focus on Atsuta Matsuri, in the prefecture of Aichi. In the Chubu region, more precisely in Nagoya in the Aichi prefecture, if we enter the city, hidden among centuries-old cypresses, we…

In this new episode of our special guides, we want to show you which are the best places to have breakfast in Tokyo! So here is a small list of our favorite places.

In this new episode of our special guides, we want to tell you which are the best places to stay in Tokyo! Here is our little journey through the various districts of the city.

In this new episode of our special guides, we want to show you where, how and what to buy in Tokyo! So here is our little trip to the Tokyo shopping world!

Let's continue the through among the prefectures and cities of Japan and today we take you to Osaka!

In the Kyushu region stands Kumamoto (本市), surrounded by mountains and with its landscapes created by the volcanic activity of Mount Aso.

Tokyo, with its 23 districts, is the largest megalopolis in the world. Today we share with you a quick travel guide not to miss anything on your first trip.

Many travelers ask us for advice on what to see, what not to miss, and we don't want to disappoint them! We will try to list 9 must-see cities, 9 essential stages to get back home with unforgettable memories.

Japan manages to maintain impeccable behavior within its borders, which is why it is essential to know what is possible or should be done and not done in Japan.

Japan manages to maintain impeccable behavior within its borders, which is why it is essential to know what is possible or should be done and not done in Japan.

Every year, generally during a weekend in mid-September, the streets of Kishiwada, a small town near Osaka, are invaded by the fervor and euphoria for the Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri (岸和田だんじ祭).

We continue our journey in Japan and today we move to Nara. Capital of the homonymous prefecture, the city of Nara is located in the Kansai region. Located north of the prefecture, its borders are adjacent to those of the Kyoto prefecture.

Walt Disney said that Disneyland would continue to grow until the imagination remained in the world. Join us in exploring the Tokyo Disneyland Resort and all its wonderful attractions.

Behind the sad story that unites these two cities, there is the great strength of a Nation that has always known how to rise back up. Hiroshima and Nagasaki are historical testimonies that we wanted to remind you of and that too often are considered…

The Akita Kantō (秋田竿燈まつり) is the Akita city festival. It is celebrated from 3 to 7 August with the aim of praying for a good harvest. This festival is very special, and to participate there is a need for special skills.

The most beautiful ryokan of Japan between the Hakone region, the Izu peninsula and Chubu region.

The Okinawa Islands form the main group of the Japanese Ryūkyū archipelago. They include the homonymous island together with other minor ones and are part of the Okinawa prefecture whose capital is Naha.

The Japanese summer is characterized by the famous matsuri, including the Tenjin Matsuri (天神祭) of which we speak today. Ranked as one of the three largest Matsuri in Japan, Tenjin Matsuri takes place in Osaka.

If you love Japan you surely love its culture for food and in particular Japanese street food. Today we share with you our favourite ones!

Odaiba (お台場) was born under the Tokugawa shogunate at the end of the Edo period in the form of 6 small artificial fortified islands.

The Sanja Matsuri (三社祭) is one of the most famous festivals, largest and "wildest" festivals in Tokyo dedicated to the Shinto religion. The festival is held in honor of Hinokuma Hamanari, Hinokuma Takenari and Hajino Nakatomo, the three men who…

In the middle of May on every odd-numbered year, the Kanda Matsuri (神田祭) takes place in Tokyo’s Kanda. Together with the Sanno Matsuri and the Fukagawa Matsuri, Kanda Matsuri is one of the three most important Shinto festivals being held in……

Spring is here and the Golden Week celebration is upon Japan. This is a significant point in time for the people of Japan, but it is especially so for the LGBT community residing there because it is when this year’s edition of Tokyo Rainbow Pride…

Japan is the richest land when it’s about magical places, in every sense! Even stopping for a snack can become a unique experience when you immerse yourself in a fantasy world like that of the "Character Cafes" scattered throughout the territory.

Located in Chuō, Ginza (銀座) is Tokyo's most famous shopping area. This luxurious district was once part of the ancient Kyobashi district, which, together with Nihonbashi and Kanda, formed the core of Shitamachi, the original center of……

One of Japan's most famous matsuri is the Wakakusa Yamayaki Matsuri held in the city of Nara on the fourth Saturday of January. The Yamayaki festival (burning mountain) comes from superstitions to calm the spirits of the dead at the Uguisuzuka Kofun…

The Meiji Period is one of Japan's most famous historical moments and includes the 44-year reign of Emperor Matsuhito. Located in the heart of Tokyo and surrounded by a natural and urban forest, the Meiji-Jingu is a pearl of Shintō worship and one…

I’ve been to Tokyo a few times now and one of my favourite spot in the whole city are the Imperial East Gardens in the Chiyoda area. whenever I’m in the city, I always find a moment (sometimes even more than one) to visit this amazing place, a green…

A country of contrasts and contradictions, Japan is one of the most desirable travel destinations in the world. Even among Asian countries, Japan has its very own culture that is unique from all the other nations in the region. History and tradition…

In Japan, spring is synonymous with Hanami. Written with the kanji: Hana 花  "flower" and mi 見 "viewing", the word hanami means enjoying the beauty of blooming flowers. In particular, it refers to the Sakura: cherry blossom. To understand the…

A trail made of many vermillion torii, one after the other: this is the most recognizable symbol of the Shinto shrine Fushimi Inari Taisha (伏見稲荷大社). The complex is located in Fushimi ward, south of Kyoto, and it is the most important of several…

At the foot of Mount Fuji, born from the volcanic eruption of Mount Nagao in 864 C.E., lies  Aokigahara (青木ヶ原) best know with the name of Jukai (樹海, sea of trees).  It is a thick forest that extends for 35 km² and that is made of caves and a…

Not far from Tokyo, there is a town that could be described as magical. This is Nikkō, literally "The town of sunlight”. Located in the mountainous region of Tochigi Prefecture, it is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Japan. Rich in…

Akihabara, known as Tokyo's Electric Town, is located in Chiyoda's special district, Tokyo. Lively and bright, all electronics stores, computer stores, videogames, and everything related to the world of anime and manga are gathered here, in this…

Shinjuku (新宿), an important commercial and administrative center with the world's busiest railway node, is part of the 23 special wards of Tokyo. Not just trains, Shinjuku is also one of the major stops for long-distance buses

Shibuya (渋谷区 Shibuya-ku), known as the most dynamic area of the city, is one of the 23 special wards of Tokyo. It develops around the area of the Shibuya Station, one of the busiest stations of the capital, that opens to the Shibuya Scramble…

The Gion Festival or Gion Matsuri (祗園祭), this is how it has been called since the Meiji era, takes its name from the famous Kyōto area, Gion, Higashiyama district. It’s a religious celebration dedicated to the Susanoo God, also known as Takehaya…

Inspired by the Eiffel Tower, the Tokyo Tower is situated in the Shiba-kōen zone in Minato, Tokyo. Built in 1958 as a symbol of economic rebirth, with its 333 meters it has a double function. It is in fact a tower for telecommunication and scenic…