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24/11/2020

Made over the course of hundreds of years, the wall of China was built by over 6 different Chinese dynasties, and is over 2,300 years old. More than 1,000,000 laborers were recruited for the construction of this huge project.
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The wall is a powerful symbol, representing the determination and the ability of the Chinese to work together to defend their motherland.

22/11/2020

Anyone else already impatiently waiting for spring? Winter has just begun, but we already can't wait for the cherry blossoms and the warm weather. 😭❄️🌸
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In the meantime to keep you motivated, head over to our blog to read about the beautiful cherry blossom season and its symbolism.

20/11/2020

“A geisha is like the sun. When she walks into a room, it becomes brighter.” A geisha’s training begins as young as 6.The trainees are called Maiko and they spend years learning how to play musical instruments.

They learn intricate dances in which every slightest movement is filled with great symbolism. And above all, they learn to brighten a room. 🌞

24/02/2018

An Obi is a sash used to hold together a traditional Japanese Kimono outfit. Learn how to tie an Obi with a visual step by step guide here:
https://www.ourjournalonline.com/blog/japan-how-to-tie-an-obi

19/02/2018

Find out the secret story of the Chinese bamboo tree.
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https://www.ourjournalonline.com/blog/the-secret-story-of-the-chinese-bamboo-tree

18/02/2018

Read about the fascinating history and present influence of the Japanese Kimono.
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The revolutionary kimonos began taking fashion as an outer garment during the Heian period, when a new.....However, with the threat that these elaborate costume

16/02/2018

Aren't they lovely? Read about the Japanese Macaque monkeys that live in Yudanaka's Snow Monkey Park.
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https://www.ourjournalonline.com/blog/meet-the-monkeys-in-yudanaka-s-snow-monkey-park

13/02/2018

Meet the Monkeys in Yudanaka's snow monkey park.
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So it’s time to see the monkeys? Probably the sole reason you travelled all the way to Yudanaka for. Located in the valley of the Yokoyu-River, in the northern

12/02/2018

Sakura, also referred to as cherry blossom, is Japan’s national treasure. Find out what it's all about.
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Sakura, also referred to as cherry blossom, is Japan’s national treasure. An enduring metaphor for the ephemeral nature of life. An aspect of the countries deep

12/02/2018

Sakura, also referred to as cherry blossom, is Japan’s national treasure. Find out what it's all about.

Sakura, also referred to as cherry blossom, is Japan’s national treasure. An enduring metaphor for the ephemeral nature of life. An aspect of the countries deep