More glimpses of unfamiliar Japan

Upon arriving at Tondo matsuri the first thing to do is get a drink of Kappo Zake, sake poured into a piece of bamboo that is then heated ...

Yesterday was Tondo Matsuri over in Tanijyugo. A fire festival traditionally held on the first new moon of the year. On the bonfire are plac...

Monday was Tondo Matsuri in my village, but it was cold and rainy so we gave it a miss. Photos from last years Tondo can be seen here. Inste...

Today was Tondo Matsuri. In different regions of Japan they call it by other names, but in essence it is a fire festival held around the sec...