Golden Week is Japanese favorite spring holiday week from the end of April to the early May. During this season, in the temple courtyard, the flower pond has been set to welcome us. A Japanese rose~山吹~, Rhododendron~石楠花~, Fringed iris~シャガ~ and Dahlia decorate all around the courtyard which fascinate all travellers. Surprisingly more than 3000 rhododendrons …

1400 years ago, Asuka, Yamato was the first capital of Japan. They adapted various techniques, culture, religions and then established legislations in order to rule the country. Moreover, the first water clock and coin was made here. This ancient dress was for Japanese nobles who ruled the country with the most advanced technology of the …

One host family told us that the famous Japanese proverb above expresses well about Minka Homestay experience. We arrange our host family for travellers considering allergies, religions, nationalities, family members and various other qualities. MInka Homestay is totally different from any other accommodations, as you get to know Japanese lifestyle and culture so closely through …

It’s not exactly you hunt bamboo shoots but you are going to find them in bamboo bush like a little kid, and dig them in order to have a taste of nice spring delights!It’s an enjoyable event we love in Spring. Bamboos are originally from China but they have been familiar with Japanese for a …

The Katsuragi family started to host travellers 5 years ago with YANT. His home is located in Uda city (Asuka, Yamato), growing rice and vegetables. Burdock roots is the local speciality of Uda city and popular for its crispy texture. They have hosted a couple hundred travellers from all over the world and enjoyed meeting …

The symbols of cherry blossoms are varied; the beauty, the farewell, the deperture, the ephemeral nature of lite and so on. Do you know the cherry blossom is the national flower in Japan? We adore the modest pale color of the petals and the harmonious appearance as one whole tree. People started to compose the …

Cherry blossoms, very special flowers that we, Japanese, have cherished since the days of antiquility.　You see many of us enjoying, eating and drinking with family, friends and colleagues under the fully bloomed cherry blossoms, called “Cherry blossoms viewing-parties (お花見）” in this season. Sadly because of COVID19, our tradition has halted since last spring. Under such …

Since we started up our business in 2011, people from over 30 countries have visited Asuka, Yamato area to meet locals knowing Japanese culture. We would love to let more people know Asuka, Yamto through our website. Please take one moment to discover the charm of Asuka, Yamato. We continue to strive in providing the …