Unique Cultural Experiences in Nara
"Taiken." That is the Japanese word that translates to 'Hands-on experience' and it has become a leading buzzword for tourism in Japan.
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The Sarusawa Blog has been designed for both those planning on visiting Nara in the near future and lovers of Japan in general. Most of our articles focus on sightseeing, tourism, gastro-tourism, events, festivals and activities in Nara and suggested tours in regions all over the prefecture.
We also cover Japanese culture; ranging from serious articles on history to the more weird and wonderful side of the nation's psyche.
We hope you enjoy reading what we have to offer and please get in touch if you have any suggestions or requests on topics you would like us to cover.
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Uneme Matsuri Autumn Festival - Appeasing the Ghost of Sarusawa Pond
Is a festival sufficient consolation for a broken hearted soul? Celebrating love and life lost of the human spirit.
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Street Fighter Manhole Covers in Kashihara City
Kashihara City x Street Fighter!
Kashihara City is currently hosting a collaboration with Capcom's popular fighting game series, "Street Fi
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Things To Do In Nara - May Events
From April 29 to May 5 is the ‘Golden Week’ in Japan and traveling can be quite a trip! However, on the local scene, there are some nice...
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Yamanobe-no-Michi | A Walk Through Time on Japan's Oldest Road
The Yamanobe-no-Michi is part of Shinkaido, the most ancient road in Japan. It is a unique opportunity to experience the harmonious blend...
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Things To Do In Nara - March Events
The best thing to do in Nara in March is to witness the fire and water festival at Nigatsu-do Hall in Todai-ji Temple, known as...
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Things To Do in Nara - February Events
For the wintery month of February there are a number of fantastic things to do in Nara. At the start of the month, you can choose from a...
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Things To Do in Nara - January 2024 Events
The best things to do in Nara for January 2024 are around the New Year and towards the end half of the month. There are activities you...
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Nosegawa Village: Japan's Smallest Village on the Way to Koyasan
Nosegawa Village Located on the southwestern edge of Nara Prefecture, Nosegawa Village is a mountainous village with an average elevation...
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Sumo Wrestling & Nara
Sumo wrestling & Nara go hand-in-hand. According to the oldest collection of Japanese historical documents, the Nihonshoki (or Chronicles...
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Ryuketsu Shrine - the Dragon Deity & Amaterasu's Hiding Place
Located in Muro, Uda City, Ryuketsu Shrine stands at the entrance of a valley that stretches nearly a kilometer along the Muro River from...
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Nara's Best Museums: The Prefecture
Nara Prefecture Welcome to Part 3 of our look at some of the best museums in Nara Prefecture. Parts 1 & 2 focused on Nara City while the...
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Triumphant Tanuki Testicles! Great Souvenir From Japan
Upon first glance one might assume they’re seeing things, a second glance may draw out rigid disbelief but closer inspection confirms the...
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Golden Week
Japan’s new fiscal year is not yet a month old, new company employees are in training, and many schools are not yet in their second week of
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Hina Matsuri - Girls' Day
In Japan , girls get their special holiday on the 3rd of March of every year. The event, known as the Hina Matsuri, (Girls' Day) traces...
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Take a 'Jinrikisha' Rickshaw Ride in Nara
Nara is a beautiful city that offers lots of fun and exciting things to do. One great ways to go sightseeing in Nara is by rickshaw.
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Japalantines Day - Valentine's Day in Japan
Matters of the heart are never simple - For a western male living in Japan, thanks to the concept of "giri choco," his first valentines...
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Omizutori | Todai-ji Temple, Nara
Todai-ji Temple's Nigatsudo in Nara City or February Hall, was originally built in the 8th century on the instructions of the priest...
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Setsubun 2024: BEANS? SUSHI? SETSU-WHAT?
Setsubun "The Bean Throwing Festival" At the beginning of February laughing and squealing children throw handfuls of roasted beans at a...
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