Most fishermen try fishing with a rod or nets; however, some Japanese fishermen employ a more aggressive method of fishing and send cormorants to chase the fish. For almost 1500 years, inhabitants along the Nagara River in Gifu Prefecture have used these swift and agile creatures for fishing, drawing visitors from around the globe to witness one of Japan's oldest … [Read more...] about Winged Partners: Cormorant Fishing Culture In Japan
The Evolution of Maid Cafes: From Tradition to Trend in Japan
Have you ever heard about a Maid Cafe in Japan? If you're roaming about some famous districts in Japan, especially in Akihabara, then you've definitely stumbled across some ladies in cute maid cosplay holding a sign promoting their cafe. And if it's your first time, you might even have tried it. In this blog, we've introduced the Maid Cafe about its origin, history and … [Read more...] about The Evolution of Maid Cafes: From Tradition to Trend in Japan
Fading Fury: The Decline of Bosozoku Culture
From the ancient feudal era through an industrial revolution in a few years, there's something unique about the Japanese social, cultural, and mental psyche that propels them more than others. Boshoku is one of them. Bosozoku biker gangs in Japan represent the best of the unique culture of this nation.In the 1950s, Bosozoku gangs, riding on custom-built bikes, developed … [Read more...] about Fading Fury: The Decline of Bosozoku Culture