More people visited Japan last year than ever before: 24.04 million. Combining ancient culture with exquisite natural landscapes and dazzling modernity, the Asian nation is stirring an increasing number of travellers’ souls, and, over the last three years, the number of visitors here has more than doubled. Here’s why that might be. 1. Pod hotels are now both luxurious and … [Read more...] about 16 reasons why you must visit Japan
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Haruki Murakami library unveiled at Waseda University in Japan
Waseda University aims to be a hub of literature research from all over the globe. The new library will also be a place where researchers and students from abroad can meet. The Haruki Murakami Library, designed by Kengo Kuma (Japan's starchitect), is dedicated to the work of the famous novelist. The Waseda International House of Literature is expected to house approximately … [Read more...] about Haruki Murakami library unveiled at Waseda University in Japan
Best Seven Japanese UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Japan has some of the most beautiful tourist spots in the world. Such as the mythical dragon eye lake, Sensoji Temple in Asakusa, Tottori dunes, and so on are only a few examples. Since Japan sees tons of natural disasters every year, many of Japan's historical sites face a risk of getting destroyed anytime. Therefore, the few that remain are greatly cherished by the nation … [Read more...] about Best Seven Japanese UNESCO World Heritage Sites
How to make your family live as healthily as the Japanese
They may be renowned for sushi and sumo wrestlers – and more recently for their brilliance at rugby - but the Japanese should be celebrated for a less well known phenomenon: being the healthiest people on the planet. According to a major global analysis in the Lancet, a child born in Japan today will have a longer, healthier life than one born in any other country on earth – … [Read more...] about How to make your family live as healthily as the Japanese
The 8 Coolest Buildings In japan
Limited space and high land prices have prompted Japanese architects to think well outside the box. Surprise is the watchword - vegetables sprout from rooftops, walls disappear entirely and buildings seem to float on water. These are the most innovative structures in Japan. #8. House NA in Tokyo Sou Fujimoto’s wall-less home, House NA, is a three-storey house divided … [Read more...] about The 8 Coolest Buildings In japan
Ten Things You Need To Know About Japan’s Most Loyal Dog Hachiko
You are probably familiar with the Hachiko statue. It is Shibuya's most important meeting place. You also probably also know something about the dog who waited patiently at Shibuya Station each day for his owner, even after his master died. Japan continues to be inspired by the story. In 2015, another statue was placed at The University of Tokyo's campus. This caused even … [Read more...] about Ten Things You Need To Know About Japan’s Most Loyal Dog Hachiko
Man Claims To Have Slept 30 Minutes Per Day For The Last 12 Years
Daisuke, a 36-year-old Japanese man, has spent the past few years focusing on reducing sleeping hours to the fullest extent. His training focuses on getting sleep only 30 minutes per day without being tired at all. Do you ever feel like you don't have enough time in your day? Would you rather be sleepless to do the things that you love? Although that is probably true for … [Read more...] about Man Claims To Have Slept 30 Minutes Per Day For The Last 12 Years
Japanese People Have DNA That Resembles With 3 Ancient Populations!
A new analysis of ancient DNA, changes how we understand Japan's genetic ancestry. It identifies a significant contribution by people who arrived around 1,700 years ago and revolutionized Japanese culture. Research announced back on Friday revealed that Japanese have genetic resemblance to three ancient populations instead of two. This suggests a more complicated ancestry … [Read more...] about Japanese People Have DNA That Resembles With 3 Ancient Populations!
Sea Bunnies: Japan Is Going Crazy About These Furry Sea Slugs
Sea slugs aren’t exactly creatures you’d consider to be adorable, but Japan’s Twittersphere has just rediscovered what is probably the cutest sea slug ever – Jorunna parva, a sea slug that looks like a fluffy bunny. This tiny sea slug’s bunny ears are actually rhinophores, or chemosensory scent/taste organs that help them detect chemicals in the water and make their way … [Read more...] about Sea Bunnies: Japan Is Going Crazy About These Furry Sea Slugs
6 Most Beautiful Zen Rock Gardens In Kyoto
Many people go to Kyoto to see the ancient temples or for the spring blooms of sakura (cherry blossoms), but Kyoto's old-fashioned rock gardens are unavoidable. The absence of flowers doesn't only decide the beauty; the intentional placement of stones and the minimal designs in the sand, which include pebbles that look like waves, are all chosen to drive the mind to a specified … [Read more...] about 6 Most Beautiful Zen Rock Gardens In Kyoto
Amazing 30 Photos That Reflects How Obsessed Is Japan With Minimalism !!
Well, here are the 32 photos that show how obsessed Japan is with minimalism. Taking over normally means minimalism. Figures like Marie Kondo are becoming famous by spreading the gospel of throwing everything out and keeping just what you need. The movement is most prominent in Japan, where the influence of Zen Buddhism instills a desire for simplicity. Less is more … [Read more...] about Amazing 30 Photos That Reflects How Obsessed Is Japan With Minimalism !!
The World’s Most Magnificient Sound Garden Has Been Constructed By Japan(Video)
Enjoy watching Morihiro Harano's rubber ball perform Bach's Cantana 147 Above! Nippon Has been inventing and Creating the most amazing natural vibrations that have melted everyone heart. Recently Japan made an amazing sound garden where you will surely lose your other concentration and concentrate on the music of the garden! Yeah! Have you ever been on a hike and just … [Read more...] about The World’s Most Magnificient Sound Garden Has Been Constructed By Japan(Video)