Aug 24, 2021 · Oiran Dochu [01] is a procession-reenactment of processions done by the oiran, the courtesans of Yoshiwara in Edo Period, with a purpose to advertise the houses they worked in. The reenactment involves men and women dressed up in Edo period costumes. When the parade ends with a meeting between the tayu (most senior oiran) and her customer.

Feb 18, 2020 · The Oiran tradition started in the early Edo period (1600-1868), and at the time Oiran was seen as an entertainer and a superstar. Geisha on the other hand was not allowed to compete with the Oiran, so basically Oiran profession was actually the forerunner of the Geisha, but apparently this profession died out, and there are no professional ...

The theme park offers many different types of arcades like wax museums, jailhouse, traditional residences, haunted temple, house of illusion, and ninja trick maze. You can also see Oiran Dochu, a traditional practice done by oiran in the past.

Sumo is practiced professionally in Japan, and professional wrestlers are ranked with “banzuke”. There are six different banzuke (in descending order) : Makuuchi, Juryo, Makushita, Sandanme, Jonidan, and Jonokuchi.

Jul 24, 2020 · Have you ever heard of Bon Odori Festival before? Bon Odori Festival is a part of the Obon (お盆) rituals in Japan, and obon lasts for four to five days around August 15. Obon is an annual Buddhist event for commemorating one’s ancestor, and even though obon is not an…

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May 26, 2023 · It is no exaggeration to say that cherry blossom season is the most wonderful time of the year in Japan, and many tourists visit the country to enjoy the beautiful view of the dainty pink petals, every year.

Jul 10, 2023 · If you plan to travel in the summer, we recommend visiting the Mt. Fuji area on the first day, and then travel to the Izu Peninsula area on the second day to enjoy the beautiful view of Mt. Fuji and traveling around Izu, a port town that is known for its amazing seafood and onsen.

Nov 17, 2023 · Tucked away in the Setagaya ward, Otaguro Park is a serene haven known for its stunning fall foliage. This hidden gem boasts a variety of trees, including maples, gingkos, and cherry blossoms, which paint the park with vibrant shades of red, gold, and orange during autumn.

Jun 1, 2021 · Hakone is one of the areas you can meet geisha in Japan, as there are around 100 geishas living in this area, who are usually called to entertain people with dances and songs at an Ozashiki, a banquet in any traditional Japanese building with Tatami.