Some of the nicest gardens in Tokyo are hidden behind hotels
As far back as the 14th century, the lush backyard of the contemporary Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo was called Tsubakiyama, or ...
Utah honors its soldiers who received the National Medal of Honor
This year, Utah’s Department of Veterans of Foreign Wars honored Utah’s five Medal of Honor holders: Mervyn Bennion (World ...
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Marines, sailors, and USS NEVADA pivotal in Iwo Jima battle
Like many of the prolonged battles waged during the last year of World War II, the fighting on Iwo Jima resulted in the ...
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An Under-The-Radar Japanese Village With Striking Architecture Is Known As 'Little Kyoto'
This hidden gem, known as "Little Kyoto," offers stunning historic architecture, beautiful spring cherry blossoms, and ...
Japan’s cherry blossom season begins as first blooms appear in Tokyo
Japan’s official cherry blossom spotters on Monday confirmed the first blooming of the country’s favorite flower, declaring ...
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Japan’s weather agency declares flowering of Tokyo’s cherry blossoms as the festive season begins
Cherry blossoms, or “sakura,” are Japan’s favorite flower and usually reach their peak in late March to early April, just as ...
An age-old Japanese tradition comes to DC schools in time for this weekend’s Cherry Blossom Kite Festival
Sensei Mikio Toki is a true master. He traveled from Tokyo to D.C. to teach children through the National Cherry Blossom Festival’s Kites in the Classroom program.