2016-03-19 18:53
Hisashiburi! It's been quite awhile since my last post. So long, in fact, that I'd be suprised if anyone was still out there...But just in case, I wanted to share what may have been one of t… Read More
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Gaijin Girl discovers Japanland! The adventures of an American JET (in words and pictures) stranded between nowhere and somewhere, Gifu, Japan
2016-03-19 18:53
Actress Reese Witherspoon enjoys taking part in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony, an activity thought to capture the spirit of healing the mind, body and soul.Hollywood leading lady Reese… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
Kyoto Rewind : April 6, 2008Ichiemi, now a high ranking maiko in the Pontocho district, greets the mistress of a teahouse during a small cherry blossom festival along the Takase Canal.Ichiem… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
The maiko Satonami performs in the opening scene with the geiko Chiyoe and Kanachisa.With the passing of a winter that was more severe than most, the now-greening mountains and perfumed wind… Read More
2008-06-04 02:45
Kyoto Rewind 2008: April 3, 2008A view of the great gate of Nanzen-ji through a lacey veil of cherry blossoms. Nanzen-ji, or the Southern Mountain Temple, is thought to be the most famous an… Read More
2008-06-01 18:13
Kyoto Rewind: April 2, 2008Kisaragi Tayuu ducks into a ryotei, a traditional dining establishment, along Kiyamachi-dori.The perfect way to end an incredibly Kyoto-culture packed day of explo… Read More
2008-05-30 03:38
When I studied in Osaka, it seemed only right that my first ketai (cell phone) mail address would be hamachan.daisuki! At that time, the comedian's popularity was at an all time high, and he… Read More
2008-05-28 00:40
Kyoto Rewind: April 2, 2008Kotoha, a senior maiko of Gion Kobu, smiles beneath the cherry blossoms lining the Shirakawa stream.No cultural tour of Kyoto would be complete without a proper ma… Read More
2008-05-23 01:58
Kyoto Rewind: April 2, 2008Sanju-no-to, the three story padgoda of Kyoto's Kiyomizu Temple, pierces a powder blue sky through a veil of cherry blossoms.Just as the cherry blossoms began to r… Read More
2008-05-22 18:52
Kyoto Rewind: April 1, 2008Mamemchika strolls past the wooden facades of the machiya (traditional wooden townhouses) that line Gion's well-preserved lanes. It's always so exciting to see her… Read More
2008-05-18 19:58
Kyoto Rewind: April 1st, 2008'Uniform' kimono worn by geiko and maiko in the opening prelude, autumn scene, and finale of Gion Kobu's annual spring dance: Miyako Odori.Before the maiko and g… Read More
2008-05-18 14:29
Most of The Office's fans probably already know that the popular American zitcom is actually a remake of a British comedy. In this hillarious digital short from Saturday Night Live, the crea… Read More
2008-05-17 14:25
Kyoto Rewind: April 1, 2008Raijin, God of Lightening and Thunder, a detail of the "Wind Thunder Gods" folding screen on display at Kenniji.The Hanami-koji, or "Flower-viewing Lane", is for m… Read More
2008-05-15 18:59
Spring Rewind: March 31, 2008Abbey and I beneath the weeping cherries and watchful eye of Himuro Shrine's Shishi. A shishi, which can be translated as "lion", often refers to a mythical crea… Read More
2008-05-15 03:36
Spring Rewind: March 31, 2008More tricksy deer work the crowded approach to Todaiji's great gate. Watch out girls, they bite!A young boy shares his shika senbei with one of many sacred deer… Read More
2008-05-13 02:39
Spring Rewind: March 31, 2008Abbey and I beneath the weeping cherries and watchful eye of Himuro Shrine's Shishi. A shishi, which can be translated as "lion", often refers to a mythical crea… Read More
2008-05-10 14:46
Kyoto Rewind: March 29th, 2008Takahina, Gion's youngest maiko (as of March 29th, 2008) makes her entrance.Before Takahina entered the traditional, tatami mat room, we took our seat at low, b… Read More
2008-05-08 15:00
March 29th: My First Day Back in KyotoSleepiness is no excuse to stay in bed when there is sakura to be seen!As I've said a million times before, Kyoto is my happy place. I could go there an… Read More
2008-04-24 13:40
Today Miyagawa-cho welcomed Kyoto's two newest maiko into their ranks, bringing Kyoto's maiko count to a grand total of 102, the highest in over 40 years!I wasn't quite sure my poor camera l… Read More
2008-04-06 00:23
Someone looks happy! Clouds of cherry blossoms and a cute young maiko named Ichiharu make for one memorable hanami pre-game festivity... More on that later (^_ Read More
2008-04-05 00:23
CORRECTION: The maiko Satonami performs in the opening scene with the geiko Chiyoe and Kanachisa. Thank you to everyone who pointed out this mistake!The past few days have been incredible: f… Read More
2008-04-01 02:02
The geiko Mari peforming the role of temae,preparing the tea slowly, mindfully, with utmost grace.The good news is that Miyako Odori began today, and that I was there to see it! The bad news… Read More
2008-03-28 15:21
Takahiro! Hisashiburi! It's been a long time.Peace from lantern-lit Miyagawa-cho! (*^_^*)v Just checking in to let everyone know that after a few excellent days in Ena, we've finally arrived… Read More
2008-03-17 01:48
A Letter From A StudentI recently received this email from one of my old students who graduated from junior high on March 11th. Dear Melissa,Hello,Melissa!¡¡How are you?¡&i&hell…Read More
2008-03-14 22:29
CORRECTION: Satonami and Kimiharu.One of my favorites, Fukunao (purple), with Kikune (blue) and Fumisono.This year's theme is "Hana Miyako Meijo no Ruiju" or "Collection of Famous Places of… Read More
2008-03-12 20:33
Sharin No Uta : The Wheel SongThe rusty wheels make a shriekCarrying our bodies to the station at dawnAs I peddleThe thing you transmit as you lean against my backIs definite warmthUp the hi… Read More
2008-03-11 13:21
Japan's Meterological Agency just released it's predictions for the upcoming Hanami season!According to their website:JMA's prediction of cherry blossom blooming dates is conducted by applyi… Read More
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