Once upon a time, Nara was the cradle of Japanese civilization (as the world knows it). The glory of ancient Japan continues to shimmer in the ambiance that surrounds the capital city of Nara Prefecture... and in the eyes of thousands of deer, all scouring the masses of tourists for delicious rice…
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Facts about ninja and samurai throughout Japan’s history.
Osaka Castle & Historical Samurai Battles – Japan Travel
When Japanophiles hear "Osaka," they immediately think about Dotonbori, the Momofuku Ando Instant Ramen museum, and…
What’s the Science Behind Kuji Kiri (aka. Ninja Hand Signs)?
Forming symbols with his hands, the ninja mutters some strange words. In an instant, he becomes calm but eerily…
Nagoya Castle with Samurai & Ninja Re-Enactments – Japan Travel
Back in December 2016, I once again found myself stepping off a plane at Narita International Airport in Chiba…
Bruce Lee Quiz – What were the secrets in ‘Letters of the…
How intimately do you know Bruce Lee? Do you know what's in his private letters?
Try this 20-question Bruce Lee…
Musashi Clan Ninja Experience in Japan – Edo Period Onmitsu
When you look for it, Japan seems rife with “ninja experience” programs and attractions that merely belabour what…
The 3 Stages of a Scientific Ninja Exhibition at the Miraikan (Tokyo)
When someone utters the word 'ninja,' what you envision might differ greatly from the person next to you. You might…
Finding Hattori Hanzo’s Grave in Tokyo – Iga Ninja Legend
Most people will know this name when you ask them about real life ninja. A name immortalized by history books,…
52 Japanese Martial Arts Related to the Historical Ninja
Do you know which martial art today is related to the historical ninja?Find out what are the 52 martial arts in…
Ninja Exhibition backed by University Research and Science – Tokyo
Want to discover and experience the truth about the ninja, backed by actual academic research and science?Head…