Essays
Journey through the cultural landscape of Gifu's hidden Satoyama and the historic Nakasendo.
A Day in Iwamura: Where the Samurai Spirit Still Lives
When people think of Gifu, they usually picture Shirakawa-go or Takayama, and most travelers in this...
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A Stay at Guesthouse Omusubi: Quiet Nights in Nakatsugawa
At the foot of a tea-covered slope, looking out toward Mount Ena, stands a solidly built traditional...
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The Living Tradition of Jikabuki: Rural Japan’s Hidden Theatre
What Makes Jikabuki Unique?Kabuki is a traditional Japanese theatre form, which originated in the Ed...
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