Against many misconceptions, the flowery world of the Geisha is very peaceful. Feel the stress ease away, as the perfect hostess in her elaborate costume, thrills you with traditional music, dance, light conversation and of cos refreshments that whet your appetite, as well as soothe your soul.

Tagged at between 2,000 to 7,000 years, the Jomon Sugi is undeniably the oldest tree in Japan.

Minamata disease affects the Central Nervous System, its one of the four biggest pollutions that ever hit the Kumamoto Prefecture of Japan.

The Iriomote Cat is a wild cat that is just as cute as your kitty at home, sadly this Japanese National Treasure is on the brink of extinction.

In the past, the traditional role of a woman in Japan, was one of treasured beauty, to be pampered and protected from all ills but did you know that some Japanese women, were warriors who flew into the face of danger and also played some major roles in Samurai battles?

Do you want to loose weight? Well Ramen is a delicious Noodle and Broth dish that would certainly help in that department but did you know that Ramen has both Japanese and Chinese origins?

Hosokawa Tama Gracia was the daughter of Akechi Mitsuhide, who was also known as “The Twelve Day Shogun”

From the north to the south shores of Japan, there is an abundance of wildlife; Japan is home to different species of flora and fauna from the largest hornet in the world, to the popular tourist attraction of firefly viewing.

Japanese folklore is full of colorful narratives and elaborate demonstrations from the tale of the Bamboo Cutter, to Kintaro the Superhuman boy.

The bombing of Hiroshima, was a dark day in the history of Japan, but today some of the structures that were bombed, have being kept aside to remember that day, as well as honor all who were affected.