In the past, Japanese funerals were deeply rooted in Buddhist and Shinto traditions ... Clothing: Wear a conservative black ...

To them, a wedding is not a loving union between individuals ... The tea ceremony, the fan, the kimono, flower arranging, the obi, the intricate hairdo, the beautifully mannered deference ...

In the past, Japanese funerals were deeply rooted in Buddhist and Shinto traditions. They were often held at ... Jewelry: Wear only a wedding ring and a simple pearl necklace. Pearls symbolize tears ...

It was how we played,” shares Victoria. “We still design wedding dresses almost every time I see her.” While Victoria went on to become a professional ballerina—training as a student at ...

This 12-layer silk wedding kimono was a gorgeous creation for this 1993 wedding, but apparently after the ceremony the Crown Princess changed into a Hanae Morai gown with "quarter-length sleeves ...

Afterwards, explore Asakusa’s narrow lanes which are lined with tea houses, local restaurants and kimono stores. Don’t miss nearby Kappabashi Dori (also know as Kitchen Street ...

Tokyo, Japan - August 2018: Entrance gate of Ushijima Shrine temple in Sumida Park, Tokyo, Japan japan torii gate with blue sky at the publick park japan torii gate with blue sky at the publick park ...

Tokyo is made up of a patchwork of different neighbourhoods, each distinct in identity and atmosphere - kokoroimages/kokoroimages.com ...

Museums, gardens, shrines, lotus ponds and even a few pandas at the zoo – the expansive, green Ueno Park is a great one-stop shop. In addition to some of the best people watching in Tokyo ...