News & Seasons Greeting (Nouvelles)
★Kimono De Nara★ Tours & Activities - Focuing On "Nara Deer Park" In This Summer
In the early eigth century, learnt from the capital city of China, Chang'an (later name Xi'an, Shaanxi province), Nara was settled as established Japan’s ancient capital "Heijokyo", forming an important foundation for the nation and its culture; where six temples and shrines, the Heijo Palace ruins, and the Kasugayama Primeval Forest have been designated World Heritage Sites at present time. Kimono De Nara is focusing on the Nara Park to hold various kinds of experiences for people came from abroad in this summer. For details, please visit our website : http://kimono-nara.lotus-worldex.com/ |
Saumurai Sword & Tango no Sekku (Boy's day) Part. I
"Tango-no Sekku (May 5th)" is a holiday in Japan as known as "Boy's day". Tango-no Sekku was one of Sekku days. It can be traced back to the Chinese tradition of exorcism. The word itself means "the first horse day of the month" of lunar calendar according to the theory of Yin-Yang and the five elements or the zodiac signs. May was considered to be a month of evil presage, once again according to the ancient Chinese thoughts. In ancient China, it is said that people tried to expel evil spirits and protect themselves from bad luck on lunar May 5th that Japanese take in this customs. ![]() This year in Nara, there are several festivals and event held on this day. At Kasuga Taisha Shrine, 'Kagura' - the dance dedicated to the deities of the shrine was performed in front of the main sanctuary. There are a botanical garden which is famous for various kinds of wisterias in the shrine; where white wisteria and iris were blooming. |
Eary Spring in Nara - Shunie (A Ceremony of Fire and Water at Todaiji, Nigatsu-do) and Maiko & Geisha in Naramachi
SHUNIE- CEREMONY at Todaiji Nigatsu-do Hall - From March 1st till March 14th- The Shuie Ceremony welcoms the coming of spring in Nara. During the period, eleven priests called "Rengyo-shu", participate in the daily ceremonies, confine themselves to the temple; following a precise schedule. They undergo a various kinds of spiritual exercises to cleanse the sins of the old year by confession called "Keka". They also pray for the world peace and prosperity of nations, on behalf of people. In front of the altar of the 'Kannon (Bodhisattva)', the priests perform the religious ritual to pray and perform a ritual of repentance "Keka" six times. Every evening, at even o'clock, the priests climb the stone steps of the Nigatsudo Temple one by one accompanied by an attendant, who carries a huge flaming torch lighting the way to the temple. Theh torch is made of a large bamboo pole and weigh about 40 kilograms (88 lbs), 8 meters in lengths. It was really amazing. |
HOW TO WEAR KIMONO & OBI - SIMPLE VERSION
There are a good instruction video how to wear yukata and tigh up Hanhaba (Half size) Obi at youtube. Please check it out : Step 1 "Wrap & Wind Obi Around Your Body" YouTube: http://youtu.be/ZcHg0KTP_f0 Step 2 "Bind tightly" YouTube: http://youtu.be/drriVuxdGc0 Step 3 "Make A Butterfly Shape" YouTube: http://youtu.be/0UcguWpSrv4 Step 4 "Fishining" YouTube: http://youtu.be/d-on2B4NnlY |
Summer Tea Ceremony Party has been held on August 14th!
On August 14th, we held summer tea ceremony party in Nara, Japan. The master of the ceremony was Ms. Zougou. With her gentle and friendly teaching, I hope the guests who has never experienced tea ceremony before or not attend for a long time could enjoy the great moment. The guests are wearing Yukata, (summer kimono) which was very chic (^^)
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