Last week, I posted about a great find of a restaurant in the Asakusa neighborhood where diners were treated to a shamisen concert during their meal. For those of you who may not be familiar with the shamisen, here is a brief introduction to this Japanese traditional instrument. The shamisen is thought to have come... Continue Reading →
5 Faves: Holiday Gifts for Japanophiles
We're already a few days into Hanukkah and Christmas is right around the corner. Still need a gift for the Japanophile in your life? Aside from a ticket on the first flight out to Tokyo, here are some great gifts easily found outside of Japan for that special someone who adores the Land of the... Continue Reading →