Culture and Tradition

Giouji Temple

Giouji Temple

Away from the tourist crowds of Arashiyama, Kyoto, Giouji Temple sits in quiet solitude, towards the north of the bamboo forests.

A photo of the Hachiko memorial statue in front of the Shibuya Station

Hachiko Memorial Statue

The bronze statue and popular meeting spot in Shibuya located right out front of Shibuya Station and Shibuya Crossing.

Hitsumabushi eel dish

Houraiken Honten Nagoya

Houraiken Honten began the eel dish “hitsumabushi” back in 1873. A true local delicacy.