Archive for 'Japanese style'
5 Great Ryokan Choices in Tokyo
The ryokan is the Japanese version of an inn. They are not hotels because they have a more homey atmosphere and are more like homestay than a strict and rigid hotel ambience. For this reason, it is a wonderful introduction into the Japanese culture, and it does not cost as much as a hotel. [...]
Posted: August 23rd, 2011 under Japanese style.
Tags: Japanese style, Ryokan, Tokyo
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Traditional Japanese Bedding, the Futon
Futon, a traditional Japanese bedding, is one of the most flexible and portable mattresses in the world. It was originated in Japan, a way back in 1876. The development of Futon can be connected to the geographical limitations of Japan as an island country. Scarcity of space, especially these days due to the increase in [...]
Posted: December 26th, 2010 under Japanese style.
Tags: Bed, Futon, Japanese style
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