2022.07.24
Wind chimes were once used to ward off evil and evil spirits, but over time, they were likened to the sound of a Japanese bush warbler and became a tool used to enjoy the sound itself and to help pass the time during the humid Japanese summers.
At Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, which we visited this time, an event was held to hang strips of paper with wishes written on them on the wind chimes, as “the wind carries people’s thoughts.
There are approximately 1,500 wind chimes hanging in the precincts of the temple, each one handmade by craftsmen. If you look closely, you will see that each one has a different shape. The wind chimes are well suited to the strong green of summer and the blue sky.
The color red is considered to symbolize life and has long been used to ward off evil spirits and celebrations. Wind chimes, which were used to ward off evil spirits, were also often made in red.
The summer of 2022 is said to be hotter than normal. We may need to devise ways to feel cooler with sound.
In addition to the corridor of wind chimes, there will be a number of items related to marriage, such as gently glowing Bonbori lanterns, omikuji, and red seals with limited designs.
Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine
| Location: | 2-11-3 Miyashitamachi, Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture |
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| TEL: | 049-224-0589 (company office) |
[Kyoto / Ito-Kyuemon] Plates from the popular Japanese sweets store are now available as capsule toys.
[The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto] Nowadays, we have started offering cocktails using seasonal new tea for a limited time.
【KAI KIRISHIMA】”Kirishima Tea Stay” to fully enjoy the taste, aroma, and technique of Kirishima tea during the new tea season, from May 1, 2024.
The moon-viewing dumplings are available only on the night of the 15th of the lunar month, Tuesday 17 September.
The art space changes to cherry blossoms for a limited time only at the “Team Lab Planets” museum that enters the water of Team Lab.
＜Exclusive interview with Miwa Komatsu＞ -Part1- A trip to Izumo with Miwa Komatsu
Nara
Countrywide
Kagawa
Kyoto
Countrywide
The recommended accommodation plans for the autumn leaf season in Oku Daisen.
Tottori
Two types of autumn-only red seals, ‘Chrysanthemum and Tanzaku’ and ‘Autumn Leaves and Candles’, are now available at Daisho-in Temple, Miyajima, a World Heritage island.
Hiroshima
Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture: ‘Korankei and Obara Bus Tour’, two major autumn tourist attractions in Toyota City, goes on sale on 29 July (Mon).
Aichi
[ROKU KYOTO] ‘Summer Festival Stay Plan’ to enjoy the mood of summer events such as festivals and fireworks displays.
Kyoto
[Mother Farm] One million ‘Nemophila’ will soon be in full bloom.
Chiba
Kurokawa Onsen Yuakari, a fantastic illumination of bamboo in the countryside. This season, ‘Yuakari Yokocho’ is only open for a limited time.
2024.12.23
Limited edition original gin ‘NISHI-GIN’, jointly produced by a group of restaurants in Nishijin, on sale from 25 November.
2024.12.20
Nippon Kodo launches limited-edition incense and incense burner sets with a ‘Snake’ design, the Chinese zodiac sign for 2025.
2024.12.18
Winter special parfait at the Unjo Saryo café in the Tale of Genji Museum, Uji, Kyoto.
2024.12.16
OnigiriBurger ‘Eel Kabayaki – Double Eggs’, newly launched as part of Kansai International Airport OnigiriBurger 1st anniversary menu.
2024.12.13
[New Furano Prince Hotel]This year’s plan to enjoy a snow fairy ‘zebra finch’ birdwatching experience and a lunch set with a zebra finch cake plate.
2024.12.11
Hiroshima
Art
Simose Art Museum, located in Otake City, Hiroshima Prefecture, has been awarded the prestigious Versailles Prize as the “Most Beautiful Museum in the World.”
The award ceremony took place on December 2 at UNESCO headquarters in Paris, marking a historic moment for the museum and Japanese architecture.
The Versailles Prize Website:https://www.prix-versailles.com/2024
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Food
December sees the arrival of a number of Christmas breads. The Snowman with his cute smiling face is a sweet loaf with two different flavours: pudding cream and chocolate cream. It is a heartwarming treat with flavours that both children and adults can enjoy.
Also back this year is the popular Japanese Stollen, which was a big hit last year. This is a special cake that can only be tasted at Kimuraya, using Japanese-inspired ingredients such as persimmons, figs and koshi-an (sweet bean paste). Please take this opportunity to try Kimuraya’s limited edition Christmas bread.
Hiroshima
Art
The Hiroshima Museum of Art is hosting the exhibition “ZIPANGU: Contemporary Artists Who Defined the Heisei Era” (November 2, 2024 – December 22, 2024). This showcase brings together works by some of the most prominent figures in Japan’s contemporary art scene, including Yayoi Kusama, Takashi Murakami, Makoto Aida, Yoshitomo Nara, Chiharu Shiota, Izumi Kato, Akira Yamaguchi, and Miwa Komatsu. The exhibition has already garnered significant attention, exceeding 10,000 visitors.
HYAKKEI covered the dialogue between contemporary artist Takashi Murakami and Sueo Mizuma, the curator of this exhibition, held at the RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima. We also conducted an exclusive interview with Mr. Mizuma.
The discussions centered on the aspirations behind the ZIPANGU exhibition and offered forward-looking insights, not only into Japan’s art world but also into the rediscovery of value within Japanese culture by its people.
Osaka
Food
Event
From 25 Oct (Fri) to 8 Dec (Sun), 2024, a pop-up shop for miffy café tokyo will be held in Umeda, Osaka.
Hiroshima
Travel
Culture
Two types of paper seals made exclusively for autumn, ‘Chrysanthemum and Tanzaku’ and ‘Autumn Leaves and Candles’, have been available since Monday 9 September at Daisho-in Temple on the World Heritage island of Miyajima. Quantities are limited and will run out as soon as they are gone.
Kyoto
Restaurant
Event
On selected days in September 2024, the wedding venue Kyoto Art Grace Wedding Hills will offer a ‘Hanari Otsukimi Afternoon Tea’, where guests can enjoy sweets and savouries inspired by the moon viewing on the fifteenth night of the month.
