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1999 Japan Travel and Japanese Culture Articles

12/22/99 - Shopping in Japan: Tokyo
Gives you information about hot shopping spots in Tokyo.

12/08/99 - Experiencing Kabuki Performance
Kabuki is a traditional Japanese entertainment. Where to go and tips on getting the most enjoyment from the show!

11/24/99 - A Day Trip from Tokyo: Kamakura
Do you want to get away from the big city? Visit the old capital of Japan, Kamakura.

11/10/99 - Sushi - Part 2 -
Where to eat sushi in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. Helps you learn how to make sushi at home!

10/28/99 - Sushi - Part 1 -
History, Nutrition, and kinds of sushi. Tells you what to do at a sushi restaurant.

10/15/99 - Nagasaki Huis Ten Bosch
Viva Europe In Huis Ten Bosch `99 information.

10/02/99 - Japan Nuclear Accident
Report of the recent nuclear accident in Tokai-mura, Japan.

09/16/99 - Homestay in Japan
Introduces ways you can arrange your home visit/stay in Japan.

09/02/99 - Fun at Tokyo Disneyland
Let's visit the famous amusement park. Tells you about attractions and hotels.

08/18/99 - Japanese Beer (Bi-ru) Tour
Visiting Japanese regional microbreweries and beer gardens/halls.

08/06/99 - About O-bon
What is o-bon? How do Japanese people spend o-bon?

07/23/99 - Foods to Beat the Heat!
Introduces Japanese cold noodles and other tasty summer foods.

07/08/99 - Kyoto Gion Festival matsuri
One of the most famous festivals in Japan: the meaning of this festival and what you can expect to see.

06/25/99 - Rainy season (Tsuyu)
What is the rainy season in Japan like? - the weather, what to do, and pretty flowers.

06/12/99 - Japanese Futon
Futons - what is traditional and how to care them.

05/30/99 - Japanese Tea (Ocha) : Part 2
Health benefits of Japanese green tea and where to buy it.

05/17/99 - Getting Started with Japan for Visitors
Introduction to Japan for Visitors. A quick site guide for you!

05/05/99 - Japanese Tea (Ocha) : Part 1
Links to a green tea farm and describes different types of green tea.

04/21/99 - Golden Week
What is Golden Week? Describes national holidays, such as Japanese Constitution Memorial Day and Children's Day.

04/08/99 - Love Cats (Neko)?
About maneki-neko (beckoning cat), Nekotama (cat park), and rescues of homeless cats in Japan.

03/28/99 - Table Manners
Japanese table manners and how to use chopsticks.

03/18/99 - Hanami (cherry blossom viewing)
About hanami custom in Japan. Places to go and pictures of sakura flower (cherry blossoms).

03/08/99 - Birdwatching in Japan
Where to go for birdwatching and links to pictures of birds in Japan.

02/25/99 - Japanese Plum Festivals matsuri
Viewing plum blossoms at Japanese gardens.

02/11/99 - The Season for oden
About a delicious Japanese dish. Places to buy it and a recipe.

01/28/99 - Sapporo Snow Festival matsuri
The world's most beautiful and fascinating ice sculptures.

01/18/99 - Japanese Ski Resorts
Information about ski resorts in Japan.

01/08/99 - Watching sumo in Japan
Where, when, and how to watch sumo in Japan.

01/01/99 - Shougatsu (New Year's Days)
The celebration of the New Year in Japan. Osechi ryouri, hatsumoude, and more.

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