Washi is the light, strong traditional Japanese paper made by hand from the inner-bark fibers of three plants. The name washi literally means “Japanese paper”. Today most paper in Japan is made in large automated mills, but a few hundred families in rural...
From 1583 to the end of the Edo Period, Kanazawa Castle was the seat of the powerful Maeda Clan. Make sure to check out the Castle moat around its impressive defensive walls. Kanazawa Castle is one of the largest wooden structures surviving since the Meiji era. It’s...
For those who missed it live, here’s a recording of our online travel webinar outlining our ‘Hidden Treasures of Japan’ small group tour. This tour features many off-the-beaten-path locations, focuses on showcasing fabulous art and architecture, providing many...
