Trees

144-Year-Old Wisteria Tree In Japan looks Like Something Out Of A Movie

October 9, 2021 by Japan Informer

These breathtaking photos, taken in the dark with hints of purple and pink, are actual images of Japan's biggest Wisteria (or Wistaria ) tree. This 144-year-old Wisteria, situated in the Ashikaga Flower Park in Tochigi, Japan, appears as no ordinary tree. With branches that stretch over a half-mile, standing in front of this tree will make you feel as if you've entered an … [Read more...] about 144-Year-Old Wisteria Tree In Japan looks Like Something Out Of A Movie

Daisugi, the 600 year old Japanese way of growing trees on top of the trees

September 11, 2021 by Japan Informer

The elegance of Japan's traditional style of architecture is admired worldwide. The development of this magnificent style was possible because of the dedication of the Japanese craftsmen. They have evolved their practices through generations, along with extensive use of woods. This resulted in the shortage of seedlings and land to cultivate the trees by the 14th century. … [Read more...] about Daisugi, the 600 year old Japanese way of growing trees on top of the trees

400-Year-Old Bonsai Tree that survived World War II

September 9, 2021 by Japan Informer

We have been stuck inside our homes for almost two years, and we can't wait to get over this situation. However, this bonsai tree has lived through an eternity (396 years) and is still healthy to his day. The gorgeous bonsai tree, referred to as the Yamaki Pine Bonsai, began its journey around the globe in 1625. The Yamaki family was the first to train the tree. They … [Read more...] about 400-Year-Old Bonsai Tree that survived World War II

Japanese Pharmaceutical Firm Says Ivermectin Showed “Anti-viral effect” Against COVID

On Monday, Kowa Co Ltd (7807.T), a Japanese trade and pharmaceuticals firm, announced that the anti-parasite medication ivermectin showed an “antiviral capability” against Omicron and other coronavirus strains in a cooperative non-clinical study. The business, which has been testing the medicine as a potential treatment for COVID-19 with Tokyo’s Kitasato University, could not disclose any […]

Blades of Japan : Unveiling the 8 Famous Traditional Swords

Japanese swords are available in a variety of kinds, varying in size, shape, form, and use. A few of the most well-known types are the katana, which is a single-edged weapon used by samurai warriors; the tachi, which is a lengthy curved sword that the mounted soldiers use; the wakizashi, which is an oblong-shaped sword […]

Japan Will Ban Entry For Foreigners Starting From Tuesday

Japan announced on Monday that it would restrict entry for foreigners worldwide as a new coronavirus variant is spreading extremely fast, leading to a large number of nations tightening their border security. “We are taking the step as an emergency precaution to prevent a worst-case scenario in Japan,” Prime Minister Fumio Kishida told reporters. The […]

A city rebuilt from the ashes : Hiroshima-Nagasaki Then and Now

Exactly 73 years ago the US dropped an atomic bomb, nicknamed Little Boy, on Hiroshima, killing 140,000 of its 350,000 citizens. Three days later, a second bomb, Fat Man, was dropped on Nagasaki. Photographer Issei Kato has paired archive images of the ruins with how they look today. 1.The gutted Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotion all […]

7 Most Dangerous Neighborhoods in Japan

Japan is a safe country. Its crime rates are generally low. Nevertheless, Japan does have a few bad neighborhoods. Japan’s dangerous neighborhoods fall into two categories: red-light districts and slums. Slums are rare but do exist. Red-light districts are common. However, it’s only the largest, most notorious red-light districts that are considered dangerous. These 7 […]

The tattooed hipsters of 18th-century Japan

Tattoos are by nature fleeting, a living art form that dies with the body which serves as its canvas. But a new book manages to pin down the Japanese practice of irezumi, or traditional tattooing, by drawing on an unlikely source: 19th-century woodblock prints. “Tattoos in Japanese Prints”, by Sarah E. Thompson, curator of Japanese […]

The Fluffy History Of Japan’s Rabbit Island: A Quick Look

Animals are the first friends of every sensitive human . Small places populated by a majority of cute animals have become quite a tourist hit in Japan, and somewhere near the top of that list is Okunoshima, which has affectionately become known as Rabbit Island. It’s garnered a reputation as a bunny paradise, as the adorable critters […]

Does the experience of living in Japan make you a better person? The good, bad and ugly

We asked expats living in Japan if they thought that simply living here has made them a better person. Find out the results: the good, the bad and the ugly!We all know that living abroad gives you an opportunity to have a greater understanding of other cultures. If you’ve ever lived somewhere other than your […]

Cute Japanese Couple Has Been Dressing In Matching Outfits For 38 Years

While some people struggle to find a pair of socks that match, this coordinated couple from Japan effortlessly match their clothes, and as you can see from these pictures, the resulting outfits are eye-catchingly awesome. They go by the name bonpon511 on Instagram (a combination of their names, plus the date of their wedding anniversary), […]

This Japanese Diver Really Does Treat Fish Like Friends, Not Food

These days, with all the different animals people have as pets, it seems like any species could be man’s best friend. We’ve seen people make strong bonds with creatures from bubbly, playful lizards to super cuddly baby elephants. As long as there’s a sense of trust between the two and they both show some sort […]