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What Makes Gion So Famous? How Long Does It Take to Walk Around Gion?

Gion is known as the “flower district”(花街 = Hanamachi, an olden Japanese word that roughly equates to “red light district”) of Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan. Gion is one of the most popular sightseeing spots in Kyoto, especially as an area where you can feel the atmosphere of the ancient capital. The area is dotted with attractive spots such as “ochaya” (お茶屋 = teahouses) where maiko and geiko entertain visitors, restaurants, matcha (powdered green...
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3 Must-Visit Anime Places in Tokyo: Akihabara, Asakusa, and Mitaka

There are only a couple things that are absolutely true in life—if you love anime, then you love Tokyo. That would be one of them. Within this sprawling megalopolis, there are a few areas that could be considered “sacred sites” for anime lovers. In this article, we picked out three of these locations within Tokyo that we would recommend every weeb to visit. 1. Akihabara Akihabara is the undisputed mecca of Otaku culture, located in...
stella ai

What is Stella AI? What does it do? Is it free or paid? You can also get a discount when ...

NTT Docomo has announced a new business partnership with SUPERNOVA, a startup based in Shibuya, Tokyo, that specializes in using generative AI technology. Starting December 1, Docomo will offer SUPERNOVA’s generative AI service, Stella AI, through Docomo’s media and select stores. Stella AI is a service designed to make generative AI easily accessible even to beginners. It offers a wide variety of “templates” that simplify instructions to the AI, allowing users to intuitively request tasks...
Tokaido Shinkansen

Understanding Shinkansen Classes: Speed, Fare, and Stops of Nozomi, Hikari, and Kodama

Do you know how many types of Shinkansen there are in Japan? There are many confusing terms in regards to Shinkansen, such as Nozomi, Hikari, and Kodama, as well as terms like the 700 Series and the E5 Series. In this article, we will explain the types of Shinkansen in an easy-to-understand manner for those who are unfamiliar. After understanding this article, you should be able to fully grasp the differences between Nozomi, Hikari, and...
農協ミルク 宇治抹茶

“Nokyo Milk” is launching a new flavor: Uji Matcha! Release Date & Where...

On November 18, 2024, Kyodo Milk Industry Co., Ltd. announced that it will release a Uji Matcha flavor for its popular “Nokyo Milk” beverage. It will be available at supermarkets and convenience stores. The “Nokyo Milk” series, made with fruit juice from Japan, aims to reduce food waste. This single-serve dairy drink highlights the qualities of raw milk through its production process. When is the release date for the “Nokyo Milk” Uji Matcha flavor? (Source:...
デジタルネイチャー神社 落合陽一氏

God of Null at Takayama’s Computer Nature Shrine (Digital Nature Shrine): Founded by Yoic...

On November 4, 2024, the “Computer Nature Shrine (Digital Nature Shrine)” was officially established in the “Inner Room” on the second floor of the nationally designated Important Cultural Property, Kusakabe Folk Crafts Museum, in Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture. This shrine was created by media artist and University of Tsukuba associate professor Yoichi Ochiai. It celebrates the “God of Null“, who represents the idea of “Null” in the world of computers. What is the Computer Nature...
Hello Kitty Hotel

Have You Heard About the Hello Kitty Hotel in Kyoto? They Also Have a Kuromi Room!

There are hotels in Kyoto where you can stay surrounded by Hello Kitty interiors. There are RESI STAY THE KYOTO, with its fun pop interior, and RESI STAY NISHIKI, a traditional Kyoto machiya that has been remodeled to give a Japanese feel. RESI STAY THE KYOTO also has rooms with Kuromi, another Sanrio character, so it is recommended not only for Kitty fans, but also for those who want to experience Japan’s famous kawaii culture....
EXPO2025

What Is the Main Theme of Osaka Expo 2025? When Will It Be Held?

Osaka Expo 2025 is just around the corner. Many people may want to make a trip to Osaka around the time of the Expo. In this article, we would like to tell you about the theme and date of “EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai” coming next year. Theme of Osaka Expo 2025 is “Designing Future Society for Our Lives” (Source: Let’s learn about the 2025 Japan International Expo) The theme of EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai is “Designing Future...
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ChatGPT: How to Use ChatGPT Without Account Registration or Login – Key Points and Cautions

On April 1, 2024 (US time), OpenAI, the company that created ChatGPT, announced that its AI chatbot “ChatGPT” is now available for anyone to use without having to create an account. Before, you had to use your email address or your mobile phone number to sign in. This made it hard for people who didn’t want to give their personal information or for people who wanted to use the same information for different accounts, like...
Kamigamo Shrine

How to visit Kamigamo Shrine (Kyoto)? The sacred place of the anime “HELLO WORLD”

Kamigamo Shrine is one of the oldest shrines in the ancient capital of Japan, Kyoto. Together with Shimogamo Shrine, also in Kyoto, it is famous for the Aoi Matsuri (hollyhock festival), one of the three major festivals in Kyoto, and is a popular power spot that is worshipped by the locals. In recent years, it has also become known as the “sacred” place for the animated movie Hello World, which is set in Kyoto, and...