Tea ceremony

Mrs. Ogino taught us how to do the tea ceremony -- quite a treat.

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January 21st 2008
The New Year in Japan meant celebrations galore and new opportunities to experience Japanese culture for Jessie and me. Our friends here in Minami-Alps City treated us to experiences including searching out local monkeys and visiting the Mt. Fuji area. One question we’re asked here quite a bit is, “Is Japanese winter cold for you?” We try not to laugh, but say, no, it is not too cold. In fac ... read more

Asia » Japan » Yamanashi » Fuji Five Lakes

In 1603, a Tokugawa shogunate (military dictatorship) ushered in a long period of isolation from foreign influence in order to secure its power. For 250 years this policy enabled Japan to enjoy stability and a flowering of its indigenous culture. Fol... ... read more

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