Tag Archives: Edo

Film “Gin Tama” Town-jacks in Tokyo

  Japanese sensational manga and anime series, “Gin Tama”. Now fans can’t wait for the first film coming up next month. To describe “Gin Tama” simply, it’s a SF comedy…

New Jidaigeki Film “Hana no Ato” Played at Japanese Theaters

Last weekend, a new [W:Jidaigeki] drama film was released in Japan. It’s titled “Hana no Ato” staring Keiko Kitagawa, Shutaro Miyano, Ichikawa Kamejiro.   Set in the Edo period (1600-1867),…

Japanese EDO Sake Glass & Pitcher, made in Japan

  This is a Japanese EDO sake glass and pitcher set.   Made in JAPAN!!!   This is JAPAN Style!     You should follow me on Twitter HERE.   If…

Samurai Food – Edo Period Cuisine is Available in Asakusa and Sumida

Have you ever wanted to eat what Samurai ate? In Asakusa (read about Asakusa Senso-ji Temple and Sumida area, Tokyo, 12 restaurants started serving the food that were eaten in…

Japanese NINJA [Part.2]

  Ninja had female assistants called “Kunoichi.”   They are known as female Ninja but they don’t do the same missions as male Ninja do. Unlike Ninja, Kunoichi sneak into…

Japanese Unique Toilets Exhibition — Part 1

Last weekend, I went to TOTO Ltd. Chigasaki factory to see “Unique Toilet Exhibition.” It was very interesting to see the history of Japanese toilets and high-tech toilets, so let…

Japanese NINJA [Part.1]

Ninja was a Japanese spy and assassin, also called shinobi (meaning “steal away”). The history of Ninja dates back to 6th century. They especially flourished in the Warring States period,…

Japanese Edo KIRIKO Free Cup, Glass, Tumbler

This is the Japanese Edo kiriko sytle free cup set.   Best for Gift!   This is JAPAN Style!   You should follow me on Twitter HERE.   If the…

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