Newest spot in Tokyo. GINZA SIX

I went to Tokyo’s new shopping spot, GINZA SIX which is a hot topic now. 241 brands are gathered and you can enjoy shopping in a refined space. 

Of course, many high brands of the world are opened, but for customers coming from overseas, please enjoy shopping unique Japanese products together with Tokyo sightseeing! 

ART of Yayoi Kusama
The grand opening has been celebrated with the latest installations of the avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama, the best known Japanese artists in the world. Her art many features polka dots and nets as major themes and pumpkins as the motif. Many people have taken pictures with smartphones. 

Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten 
Focusing on Japanese craft, their base for production, they’ve selected higher quality goods in material and technique from the proud products. For the gift wrapping, they offer Japanese traditional “Origata” using washi paper and cord knot. You can see some kitchen knives of Tsubame Sanjo (Our comany is in Tsubame sanjo) here. 

Tsujiri 
After tiring with shopping, we recommend the food area of the basement floor. Tsujiri is a sweet shop with a reputation for Matcha’s sweets. 

In addition to souvenirs such as cakes, Matcha soft cream available on the bench in front of the store and Matcha Float are very popular. 

If you are looking for Japanese traditional crafts and popular cutlery, Please contact us! We will support shopping!

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Looking for some Japanese knives?

 Our OEM-Japanese kitchen knives concentrates on Design, Material and Sharpness. We will provide with  outstanding quality of products for making your private brand.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　

 Company Name: PLUS Y’S CO., LTD.

  Site: http://jpknivesoem.jp/

Phone: +81 256-39-0084 Address: 997 Yanagawa Shinden, Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture, Post Code 955-0002

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Hi there,

I'm happy if you touch the spring of our location.

https://goo.gl/photos/SDLhfcEnM2x2GBYt6

Cheers!

Rice planting season in Japan

This season, when the weather turns warm, is known by farmers as rice planting season.
Since we have rice fields in Niigata, we can be seen busily taking advantage of Golden Week and the weekends to plant rice.
 
After the autumn harvest, the dry fields are flooded, creating a beautifully serene scene as the spring sunlight shines on the surface of the water.
 
The majority of harvesting and planting is done by machine, but in areas that are inaccessible to machines, planting is done by hand. Because of this, working family members, other relatives, and children all work together to plant the rice.

IMG: http://blog.goo.ne.jp/tanadameguri/e/eae0b887771dcc2b6e8482f8290838a5

 
Festivals are held in many places to pray for a delicious rice harvest, and for nature's blessing that crops will not be spoiled by cool winters or typhoons.

Come Japan to see the beautiful spring season!

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Company Name: PLUS Y’S CO., LTD.

  Site: http://jpknivesoem.jp/

Phone: +81 256-39-0084
Address: 997 Yanagawa Shinden, Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture, Post Code 955-0002

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Carp streamer festival in Japan

In Japan, there is a long holiday in May called "Golden Week." It is made up of several consecutive holidays, such as "Constitutional Memorial Day" and "Children's Day", and when it falls during the right time of the week, can make for a full nine days off for some companies. 
Taking advantage of this long break, many people visit their parents' homes or travel either domestically or abroad, flooding highways and airports.
 
On Children's Day, to celebrate the growth of boys, "Koi Nobori" (Carp Streamers) are hung up in various places. A unique Japanese custom, these Koi streamers, made from beautifully decorated cloth, are flown in the sky, symbolizing the vitality of the Japanese Koi fish.
These beautiful decorations are not only displayed in the yards of private residences; In order to lift community spirits, in all locales, myriad Koi are hung up across large rivers, creating a magnificent brightly colored display.

IMG: http://www.city.kamo.niigata.jp/section/kankou/kamonomaturi/koinobori.htm

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Looking for some Japanese knives?

 Our OEM-Japanese kitchen knives concentrates on Design, Material and Sharpness. We will provide with  outstanding quality of products for making your private brand.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　

Company Name: PLUS Y’S CO., LTD.

  Site: http://jpknivesoem.jp/

Phone: +81 256-39-0084
Address: 997 Yanagawa Shinden, Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture, Post Code 955-0002

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Cherry blossom season has come! 2/2

Previously on this story. 

Cherry blossom season has come! 1/2 

http://jpknivesoem.blogspot.jp/2017/04/japanese-hanami-means-flower-viewing.html 

  

I'll show you some best spot of Sakura (cherry blossoms )viewing. 

It is amazing when cherry blossoms are glowing in the dark. 

Takada Castle Sakura at night 

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHk7E7VyAME 

Known as one of the biggest yozakura spots in Japan, Takada Park has about 4,000 cherry trees. Illuminated by a lots paper lanterns, the reflection of the cherry trees in the moat of Takada Castle seems like a sight from a world of different era.   

Tokyo Sakura Light up at NAKAMEGURO 

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VpYL0-0mBK8 

Known as an area of gourmet restaurants and a trendy part of town, Nakameguro is a very popular place for hanami. During the Nakameguro Sakura Festival, the trees are light up in the evenings.

Cherry Blossom blizzard of Hirosaki Park JAPAN 

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60ILmXwvrNE 

Sakura season is unfortunately very short. 

But “ Cherry blossom blizzard” at the end of the season when the wind carries thousands of blossoms in the air is a truly spectacular view. 

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Looking for some Japanese knives?

 Our OEM-Japanese kitchen knives concentrates on Design, Material and Sharpness. We will provide with  outstanding quality of products for making your private brand.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　

Company Name: PLUS Y’S CO., LTD.

  Site: http://jpknivesoem.jp/

Phone: +81 256-39-0084
Address: 997 Yanagawa Shinden, Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture, Post Code 955-0002

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Cherry blossom season has come! 1/2

Japanese Hanami literally means "flower viewing", however it commonly says only to cherry blossom viewing.

Image source: http://www.eki-net.com/travel/sakura/

Hanami can be just a stroll in the park, but it traditionally means a picnic party under the blooming trees.

Image source: http://woman.excite.co.jp/article/lifestyle/rid_E1427074324120/ 

Cherry blossom is special flower for Japanese people. 
It tells us the end of the long cruel winter at last and the start of the gentle warm spring. 

In Japan, the school year starts in April, and usually entrance ceremonies are held early in the month. 
Even after graduation, April still to be a good chance to start new things for many people. 
Cherry blossoms, which bloom around this time of the year, give grace to this new occasion.

The custom of hanami dates back many centuries.

ImageSource: http://woman.excite.co.jp/article/lifestyle/rid_E1427074324120/

Also, Japanese love cherry blossoms not only because they are beautiful but also because they only bloom for a extremely short period just around a week. 

This also means that once the flower bloom, all people gather to cherry blossom places at once and the places get to be so crowded. 

Some friends of mine from overseas feel how cherry blossom special to Japanese and react like, 
'' I also love flowers but we don't have this kind of flower viewing party in my countries. Japanese people are usually quiet and serious, so I was surprised to see them drinking and having fun outdoors until late during Hanami.'' 

Next, we'll show you some popular Hanami spot in Japan!

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Looking for some Japanese knives?

 Our OEM-Japanese kitchen knives concentrates on Design, Material and Sharpness. We will provide with  outstanding quality of products for making your private brand.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　

Company Name: PLUS Y’S CO., LTD.

  Site: http://jpknivesoem.jp/

Phone: +81 256-39-0084
Address: 997 Yanagawa Shinden, Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture, Post Code 955-0002

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