The traditional Okinawan art of Eisa 沖縄のエイサー

Dance in the South Islands

While Okinawa is known for its beaches and beautiful landscapes, the archipelago also has a rich cultural heritage that continues to evolve. This is the case of Eisa, a dance accompanied by drums and songs borrowed from Buddhism, which has become an integral part of Okinawa's popular culture.

Eisa

Eisa drummers

Latest Articles

L'artisanat traditionnel du Tohoku - les poupées Kokeshi

Traditional Arts & Crafts of Tohoku

Located north of the main island of the Japanese archipelago, the northern part of Honshu known as Tohoku has its own cultural identity and traditions passed down from generations for years.

Summer in Japan: Furin

5 tips for surviving the Japanese summer

With its temperatures reaching 40°C in the sun and its humidity... the Japanese summer can be unbearable when you are confronted with it for the first time.

Torii Gates

Shinto & Shrines

A guide for travellers to Japan on Shintoism and visiting shrines with information sourced from a 17th generation Shinto Priestess. 

See All (368)