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Ryokan and the Japanese Hospitality

To put it simply, a ryokan is a Japanese-style inn. But unlike its Western-style counterpart, the ryokan is an embodiment of the Japanese lifestyle which was treasured and passed down over generations. From the traditional and often historical architecture to a skillful level of attention and service, spending the night at a ryokan is definitely an ideal way to experience the “true Japan”.

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Admire The Transient Beauty of Sakura

Pure and elegant, sakura (or cherry blossoms) has long been an unseparated part of Japanese culture. The flowers symbolize the arrival of spring, marking the time for renewals after a winter sleep. Yet this beauty is short-lived. After their peaks around two weeks, the blossoms start to wither, leaving a carpet of pink blush…

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