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Aug 19, 2024

Awakening the Demons: Ibara's Oni Matsuri Through the Masks

The autumn festival in the city of Ibara is also known as the "Oni Matsuri" (Demon Festival).

Jul 26, 2024

Japanese Orchestra, Calligraphy and reaching halfway: Weeks 4&5

Read about our intern's experience doing Japanese Calligraphy for the first time and joining a Japanese High School music club!

Jul 3, 2024

Bento Making at Sengyo Fishmonger

This fishmonger is part of the Donburi network and is in the centre of Ibara, a 15-minute walk from the station.

May 16, 2024

Donbara: Ibara no Donburi!

Do you love Japanese food? Of course you do! Come to Ibara City, try out over 28 kinds of donburi rice bowls and also get FREE goods!

May 2, 2024

What is Japanese Kagura?

Find out all about the traditional Japanese theatre that is a well kept secret among locals. The Bicchu Kagura is not to be missed!

Apr 5, 2024

The BEST Places to see the Sakura Cherry Blossoms in Okayama, Ibara!

Best places to view the sakura cherry blossoms in Ibara City, Okayama!

Apr 4, 2024

Ibara Sakura Festival

The Ibara Sakura Festival was a great success! Find out how we used VR (virtual reality) to bring life to our cherry blossom festival.

Feb 9, 2024

The biggest event in FEBRUARY for British People is...

The most important holiday in FEBRUARY for British People is Pancake Day! Do you know Pancake Day? Find out what people do on Pancake Day!