AnotherSideofJapan

Bugaku（舞楽） is one of Japan’s oldest performing arts, developed over 1,000 years ago as ceremonial court dance for the imperial household. Performed to Gagaku court music, its slow, grounded movements and symmetrical choreography reflect harmony, order, and ritual rather than entertainment alone. Costumes and masks often trace cultural exchanges along the Silk Road, blending influences from ancient China, Korea, India, and Southeast Asia into a distinctly Japanese form. 📍 Kamigamo Shrine, Kyoto Here, Bugaku is still performed as part of Shinto rituals, especially during the New Year. It’s a living tradition where dance, music, and prayer move as one. #AnotherSideofJapan #KamigamoShrine #上賀茂神社 #Kyoto #KyotoJapan #VisitKyoto #VisitJapan #TravelJapan #JapanTravel #JapanTrip #JapaneseCulture #JapaneseTraditions #Bugaku #舞楽 #JapanShrines #CulturalExperience #CulturalTravel #ThingsToDoInKyoto

2025 — a year to remember. ✨ From the quiet beauty of Tottori, to the coastal light of Izu, the deep forests of Okutama, the stone and sea of Kagawa, and the hidden stories of Okayama. This year, we traveled across Japan, creating many beautiful videos and discovering stories that don’t always make it into guidebooks. Along the way, our community grew to 100,000 followers across 6 platforms — something we could never have imagined without your support. Thank you for watching, sharing, and traveling with us. We wish you a Happy New Year, and many unforgettable trips in Japan ahead 🇯🇵 We’ll keep exploring, filming, and sharing and we hope you’ll continue this journey with us in the year to come. #AnotherSideofJapan #japantraveltiktok #TravelJapan #VisitJapan #ExploreJapan #HiddenJapan #SlowTravel #JapanJourney #DiscoverJapan #旅する日本 #日本旅行 #日本の風景 #日本の魅力 #Japon #VoyageJapon #ReisenJapan #ViajarJapón #Giappone #Japón #BonneAnnée #FelizAñoNuevo #GutenRutsch

Wanna have your own wine glass? 🍷✨ At BUDOU-KOUBOU WINE GLASS HALL, you can engrave your name or a cute design and bring home a one-of-a-kind souvenir. A simple, fun experience you can only have in Koshu — perfect for wine lovers & creators. 👉 Full video on YouTube! #AnotherSideofJapan #JapanTravel #Yamanashi #Koshu #WineGlass #GlassEngraving #JapaneseWine #JapanWine #VisitJapan #JapanTrip #YamanashiTrip #TravelJapan #JapanExperience #MtFujiArea #ExploreJapan #JapanGuide #TravelAsia #WineLover #DiscoverJapan #旅好きな人と繋がりたい #山梨 #甲州 #富士山 #เที่ยวญี่ปุ่น #VinoJapones #VinJaponais #ViaggioInGiappone #DuLichNhatBan #WineLover

Looking for a unique food stop in Yamanashi? 🍇🥢 At ISSOUAN TSUMUGI, you can enjoy authentic soba paired with local wines — including Yamanashi’s famous 1.8L bottle wine. Rich aroma, great texture, and fun ways to eat it… this is soba like you’ve never tried before. A cozy, delicious stop in Koshu you shouldn’t miss. 🍷✨ #AnotherSideofJapan #ISSOUANTSUMUGI #Koshu #Yamanashi #Soba #JapaneseWine #KoshuWine #JapanTravel #VisitJapan #JapanTrip #ExploreJapan #YamanashiWine #DiscoverJapan #FoodieJapan #WineLover #SlowTravel #TravelJapan #JapanVibes #甲州 #山梨 #日本ワイン #そば #เที่ยวญี่ปุ่น #VinoJapones #VinJaponais #ViaggioInGiappone #DuLichNhatBan

Did you know you can find the quiet side of Mt. Fuji in Koshu? 🗻✨ No crowds, no rush, just slow streets, soft light, and the gentle scent of grapes in the air 🍇. No plans needed — just wander, and let Koshu do the rest. A little town in Yamanashi made for slowing down and clearing your mind. 🌿💛 #AnotherSideofJapan #Koshu #Yamanashi #MtFuji #JapaneseWine #KoshuWine #JapanTravel #JapanTrip #VisitJapan #ExploreJapan #DiscoverJapan #SlowTravel #YamanashiWine #WineLover #naturejapan🇯🇵 #PeacefulJapan #TravelJapan #JapanVibes #山梨 #甲州 #富士山 #日本ワイン #山梨ワイン #เที่ยวญี่ปุ่น #VinoJapones #VinJaponais #ViaggioInGiappone #DuLichNhatBan

Have you heard of Koshu? This small city near Mt. Fuji 🗻 is actually the birthplace of Japanese wine 🍇🍷. With mountain air, quiet streets, and boutique wineries, Koshu offers a slower, deeper side of Japan — one that most travelers never see. We captured its vineyards, flavors, and hidden spots through our lens, showing you another side of Mt. Fuji. 👉 Want to see the full journey? Watch the complete video on YouTube — link in bio! ✨🍇 #AnotherSideofJapan #Koshu #JapaneseWine #Yamanashi #MtFuji #KoshuWine #WineLover #VisitJapan #JapanTravel #JapanTrip #YamanashiWine #ExploreJapan #HiddenJapan #DiscoverJapan #WineryTour #SlowTravel #甲州ワイン #日本ワイン #甲州 #富士山 #VinoGiapponese #ViaggioInGiappone #DuLichNhatBan #RuouNhat #เที่ยวญี่ปุ่น #ไวน์ญี่ปุ่น #VinoJapones #ViajaAJapon #VinJaponais #VoyageJapon

Some places change with time. But not here. 🇯🇵 From the wooden streets of Narai-juku and the thatched roofs of Ouchi-juku to the quiet canals of Kurashiki and the evening glow of Ginzan Onsen, these towns offer a glimpse into another time. Wander through six timeless towns and discover the streets, traditions, and landscapes where old Japan still lives on. 🎥 Watch the full journey on YouTube. #AnotherSideofJapan #visitjapanjp #JapanTravel #JapanTrip #OldJapan #HistoricJapan #NaraiJuku

🪷 Ajikan Meditation (阿字観) In Koyasan, meditation begins with a single breath. Ajikan is a traditional practice of Shingon Buddhism that has been passed down for centuries. By focusing on the breath and quietly observing the mind, practitioners seek a sense of stillness within. Sometimes, the most meaningful journey is the one inward. 📍Koyasan, Wakayama #AnotherSideofJapan #visitjapanjp #Koyasan #Wakayama #Ajikan #Meditation #ShingonBuddhism #JapanTravel #高野山 #阿字観

🥢 Shojin Ryori (精進料理) Shojin ryori is a traditional Buddhist vegetarian cuisine that has been enjoyed in temples across Japan for centuries. It uses vegetables, tofu, and seasonal ingredients instead of meat or fish, and each dish is prepared with care and respect for nature. At Koyasan, visitors can enjoy shojin ryori during a temple stay and experience another side of Buddhist culture through food. The meal is simple, balanced, and deeply connected to the changing seasons. 📍Koyasan, Wakayama, Japan #AnotherSideofJapan #visitjapanjp #ShojinRyori #TempleStay #JapaneseFood #BuddhistCuisine #VeganJapan #JapanVegan #VeganTravel #PlantBased #JapanTravel #高野山 #精進料理 #Koyasan #Wakayama

🪷 Sutra Chanting at Koyasan Long before sunrise, the sound of monks chanting sutras fills the quiet air of Koyasan. Visitors who stay at a temple lodging, known as a shukubo, can take part in the morning service and experience this centuries-old tradition firsthand. Far from the constant noise of everyday life, this is a chance to embrace a digital detox, slow down, and simply be present. 📍Koyasan, Wakayama, Japan #AnotherSideofJapan #visitjapanjp #Koyasan #Wakayama #Shukubo #SutraChanting #MorningService #DigitalDetox #TempleStay #JapanTravel #高野山 #宿坊

🔥 Goma Fire Ritual (護摩供) In the stillness of Koyasan, prayers rise with the flames. As wooden prayer sticks are offered to the sacred fire, the chanting of monks echoes through the temple. In Shingon Buddhism, the flames are believed to burn away worldly attachments and illuminate the path within. For more than 1,200 years, this ritual has continued on the sacred mountain of Koyasan. 📍Koyasan, Wakayama #AnotherSideofJapan #visitjapanjp #Koyasan #Wakayama #GomaFireRitual #ShingonBuddhism #高野山 #護摩供

Koyasan, Wakayama is a sacred mountain town surrounded by forests, temples, and centuries of history. Founded over 1,200 years ago by Kobo Daishi Kukai, Koyasan remains one of Japan’s most important centers of Shingon Buddhism. Today, visitors can walk through temple grounds, stay overnight at a shukubo, and experience the quiet rhythm of life on the mountain. 📍Koyasan, Wakayama, Japan #AnotherSideofJapan #visitjapanjp #Koyasan #Wakayama #JapanTravel #TempleTown #高野山 #和歌山

Koyasan is a place to slow down. For over 1,200 years, this sacred mountain has been the spiritual heart of Shingon Buddhism. Ancient temples, quiet forest paths, morning sutra chanting, Ajikan meditation, temple stays, and shojin ryori all invite you to experience a different rhythm of travel. Come for the history, stay for the stillness, and maybe even take a little digital detox along the way. 📍Koyasan, Wakayama, Japan #AnotherSideofJapan #visitjapanjp #Koyasan #Wakayama #TempleStay #SlowTravel #DigitalDetox #JapanTravel #高野山 #和歌山

Moude Mochi is a beloved treat from the Kumano region, made with soft mochi wrapped around sweet red bean paste. For many pilgrims, stopping for a freshly made mochi has long been part of the experience of visiting the Kumano Sanzan shrines. Simple, comforting, and full of tradition, it’s a small taste of Kumano’s hospitality. 📍Wakayama, Japan #AnotherSideofJapan #visitjapanjp #MoudeMochi #KumanoKodo #Wakayama #JapanTravel #もうで餅 #熊野古道 #和歌山 #和菓子 #日本旅行 #日本旅遊 #일본여행 #구마노고도 #เที่ยวญี่ปุ่น

Mehari-zushi（めはり寿司） is a local specialty of the Kumano region, made with rice wrapped in salted mustard leaves. For generations, it has been a favorite meal for pilgrims walking the Kumano Kodo. Light, flavorful, and easy to carry, it’s the perfect way to take a break and enjoy the journey while surrounded by the mountains of Kumano. 📍Wakayama, Japan #AnotherSideofJapan #visitjapanjp #MehariZushi #KumanoKodo #Wakayama #JapanTravel #めはり寿司 #熊野古道 #和歌山 #日本料理 #日本旅行 #日本旅遊 #일본여행 #구마노고도 #เที่ยวญี่ปุ่น

260804Step onto Daimonzaka, one of the most iconic paths along the Kumano Kodo. Lined with towering cedar trees and moss-covered stone steps, this ancient trail has guided pilgrims toward Kumano Nachi Taisha for centuries. Every step feels like a journey through time. 📍Wakayama, Japan #AnotherSideofJapan #visitjapanjp #Daimonzaka #KumanoKodo #Wakayama #JapanTravel #大門坂 #熊野古道 #和歌山 #世界遺産 #日本旅行 #日本旅遊 #일본여행 #구마노고도 #เที่ยวญี่ปุ่น

At Kumano Nachi Taisha, nature and faith have stood side by side for more than a thousand years. As one of the three sacred Kumano Sanzan shrines, it symbolizes the present. Beside it, the majestic Nachi Waterfall continues to inspire pilgrims from around the world. 📍Wakayama, Japan #AnotherSideofJapan #visitjapanjp #KumanoNachiTaisha #KumanoKodo #Wakayama #JapanTravel #熊野那智大社 #熊野古道 #熊野三山 #那智の滝 #和歌山 #世界遺産 #日本旅行 #日本旅遊 #일본여행 #구마노고도 #เที่ยวญี่ปุ่น

For nearly 2,000 years, Kumano Hayatama Taisha has welcomed pilgrims to the sacred land of Kumano. As one of the three sacred Kumano Sanzan shrines, it symbolizes the past—a place to reflect on where you’ve come from before continuing your journey. Don’t miss the sacred Nagi tree, believed to be over 1,000 years old, standing quietly as a witness to centuries of faith and devotion. 📍Shingu, Wakayama, Japan #AnotherSideofJapan #visitjapanjp #KumanoHayatamaTaisha #KumanoKodo #Wakayama #JapanTravel #熊野速玉大社 #熊野古道 #熊野三山 #和歌山 #世界遺産 #日本旅行 #日本旅遊 #熊野古道 #和歌山旅行 #일본여행 #구마노고도 #เที่ยวญี่ปุ่น

At the heart of the Kumano Kodo stands Kumano Hongu Taisha, one of the three sacred Kumano Sanzan shrines. For centuries, pilgrims have arrived here after days of walking through mountains and forests, believing this sacred place symbolizes rebirth and new beginnings. Surrounded by towering cedar trees and timeless serenity, it’s more than a shrine—it’s a place to pause, reflect, and begin again. 📍Wakayama, Japan #AnotherSideofJapan #visitjapanjp #KumanoHonguTaisha #KumanoKodo #Wakayama #JapanTravel #熊野本宮大社 #熊野古道 #和歌山 #世界遺産 #熊野三山 #日本旅行 #日本旅遊 #한국여행 #일본여행 #구마노고도 #ญี่ปุ่น

Some journeys are about reaching a destination. Others are about finding yourself. For more than 1,000 years, people have walked the Kumano Kodo in Wakayama, one of the world’s only two UNESCO-listed pilgrimage routes. Through ancient forests, sacred shrines, moss-covered stone paths, and the breathtaking Nachi Waterfall, every step invites you to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with nature. Join us as we explore Japan’s legendary Land of Rebirth. 🎥 Watch the full journey on our YouTube channel. #AnotherSideofJapan #JapanTrip #visitjapanjp #KumanoKodo #Wakayama #JapanTravel #VisitJapan #UNESCO #Pilgrimage #NachiWaterfall #NatureLovers #TravelJapan #HiddenJapan #CulturalTravel #和歌山 #熊野古道