Practical Advice for visiting Osaka Expo 2025
August 29, 2025
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Hydrangea Viewing in and around Tokyo
May 31, 2021
There are many places in and around Tokyo where one can view impressive hydrangea displays. The flowers are usually at their most beautiful in June. Below is a list of some of the best locations within Kanto where they can be enjoyed. Please note – many ajisai-related events and festivals are canceled this year (2021). … More Hydrangea Viewing in and around Tokyo
GLIMPSES OF GEISHA – A ‘VIRTUAL’ ART EXHIBITION
July 6, 2020
A first for Excursions Japan, I hope you’ll enjoy this online exhibition of Japan-influenced paintings by a friend of mine, Lillian Oishi. If you would like information on purchasing a print, or commissioning an original one, e-mail me at excursionsjapan@gmail.com An emerging young artist to look out for, Lillian Oishi, has a love of music … More GLIMPSES OF GEISHA – A ‘VIRTUAL’ ART EXHIBITION
Iris Gardens in & around Tokyo
April 27, 2017
There are a number of gardens in the Tokyo area where one can view Japanese water irises (花菖蒲, hanashobu) in bloom. The flowers are usually at their most beautiful in June. Below is a list of some of the best locations to see them. Hondoji, Chiba TOKYO Nezu Museum, Minato Ward Koishikawa Korakuen Garden, Bunkyo … More Iris Gardens in & around Tokyo