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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).

Aug 6, 2024

Into the Mountains of Bisei Town: Week 6&7!

These past couple weeks has seen Guilhem travel up to Bisei, our town of beautiful stars!

Jul 29, 2024

Boar-tasting experience at Kijitora Shokufudo

Nestled in the green mountains, I was able to discover the local hunting tradition by following an experienced hunter.

Jul 5, 2024

Week 2 in Ibara!

Learn about Guilhem's 2nd week in Ibara!

Jul 2, 2024

Yomeirazu Kannon Temple and Ibara Refresh Park

Located just outside the city, an 8-minute bus ride away, this temple is a shrine dedicated to Kannon, the goddess of mercy.

Jun 14, 2024

ESIEA – Ibara: Internship Program

It is June 2024, and we are one week out from the arrival of our new intern from ESIEA Graduate School of Engineering, France.

May 9, 2024

[QUIZ] What Ibara Railway Train are you?

Ibara Railway has a variety of trains! For train enthusiasts see what train designs are available and see which one suits your personality!

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 25, 2024

NEW Gundam Manhole Covers!

See how we make our city more beautiful with manhole covers. A weird and wonderful aspect of Japanese culture!

Apr 19, 2024

What is Ibara like?

井原市はどんな場所ですか？ Ibara is small. 井原市は小さいです。 When I was assigned to Ibara from the JET Program, I would be lying if I said I didn’t have...