Fukai Nihon 深い日本 - Shades from Japan

 
The Arimatsu Shibori 有松しぼり(有松絞) is a fabric dyeing technique that originates in the city of Arimatsu, located about 20 minutes by train from Nagoya station. This technique, which dates back over 400 years, is renowned for its skill and craftsmanship. A tradition from the past that finds multiple applications even today.

The Order of Culture bunkakunshō 文化勲章 is an honor awarded by the Japanese government to individuals who have made outstanding contributions in the fields of culture, the arts and education. It is one of the highest cultural awards in Japan and is not exclusive to the Japanese alone.

Shinkansen 新幹線 is the name given to trains of Japan's high-speed rail service, it is also known as "bullet train" due to its tapered shape. Since it was first introduced in Japan at the Tokyo Olympics, it has since carried millions of people across the country, Japanese and tourists alike. An incredible experience that allows you to cross Japan in all its entirety (or almost).

The Komainu, also known as Japanese shrine guardians, are an important and revered figure in Japanese culture. These statues of lions or dogs (but not only we can also find foxes or even raccoons) have an imposing and elegant presence and a fascinating and compelling history that dates back centuries.