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Where to experience Japanese art and culture in person. In-depth museum guides, exhibitions worth the trip and places in Japan and beyond that every art lover should visit.
Dark wooden blood ceiling boards from Fushimi Castle inside a Kyoto temple
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The Blood Ceilings of Kyoto: The Samurai Story Hidden Above Your Head

In several Kyoto temples, faint handprints and footprints stain the ceiling boards. Discover the story of the blood ceilings, made from the floor of Fushimi Castle where loyal samurai made their last stand in 1600.
30 Sep 2026 7 min read
Best Museums in Tokyo: The Ultimate 2026 Guide for Art and Culture Lovers
Museums & Travel

Best Museums in Tokyo: The Ultimate 2026 Guide for Art and Culture Lovers

The Tokyo National Museum is the best museum in Tokyo for most visitors. Here are 20 museums worth your time, from ukiyo-e and samurai swords to Ghibli and teamLab.
29 Sep 2026 23 min read
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