RISE DECEMBER 2022

ISSUE: DECEMBER 2022 RISE PP AA GG EE 00 11

MONTHLY JOURNAL FROM JAPAN

LETTER FROM EDITORS DESK

Dear Reader,

Ohayo Gozaimasu!! This year hotels are witnessing sold out situation during
Christmas weekend in big cities like Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto.
While in Japan, Autumn is coming to end and winter is At the same time, there have been many new attractions opening
slowly catching up. It is a pleasant sight to see most of the
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As Japan, opened up for tourist from 11th Oct, this year Japan Airlines announced its partnership with Lexus India. Guests
after a gap of two years, Christmas market are back. Streets
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markets will be operational till 25 Dec. BJeanpgaanlu, rwu iAthirpaolrlte.yways lit up, stores decorated in Christmas
theme, and people in joy. Team at RISE wishes its readers a
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INFOCUS PAGE 02

VISIT NIIGATA’S LAKE HYOKO THIS WINTER

BY SONIA SINGH

Lake Hyoko is a 281-hectare reservoir in early October and stay until late There is a swan observation huts, which
area in Agano City and is located 18 March. About 5000 to 6000 swans are ideal for those who get too cold
kilometres from Niigata City. Lake Hyoko migrate here during the peak migration outside. It is a great place to watch the
is a well-known place throughout Japan season in late November. swans and other water birds while
as a swan migration ground. The letter staying warm. You can take a break or
"O" in the word is pronounced long, and So there are many ways in which you can buy souvenirs or soft serve ice cream
"lake" is "ko" at the end of the Japanese enjoy the glimpse of swans flocking at there.
word, so it is read as "Hyôko" in Japanese. Lake Hyoko.
The swans can also be fed by purchasing
Lake Hyoko was created as an The best time to catch a view of swans is food from the swan observation hut.
agricultural reservoir in 1639. It was actually around sunrise. The sight of When you toss the feed in, the water
designated a national natural treasure as swans flying away with the five-headed birds instantly react and come charging
the landing place for swans in 1954, after mountain range dyed in the morning sun your way. It is advised to make sure to
the late Shigezaburo Yoshikawa is very beautiful. During the winter, you throw the feed toward the lake. The
succeeded in feeding the wild swans for can see swans take off from the white, wind can get strong here, so the feed
the first time in Japan. This marsh area snow-covered land. may blow away if you aren't careful.
has also been registered under the
Ramsar Convention since October 30, Catch Mr. Swan: During the season, the During the cherry blossom season, more
2008. swans are fed three times a day at 0900 than 200 cherry blossom trees surround
hrs, 1100 hrs, and 1500 hrs every day, and Lake Hyoko. Over 500 000 flowers,
The lake is noted for its abundant and the person who feeds swans is referred including irises and lotuses, bloom
diverse bird life and is an important to as "Mr. Swan." The swans are fed around the lake in early summer. The
overwintering ground for whooper strictly selected bread crusts and rice lake also has a museum called Hakucho
swans, tundra swans, northern pintails, after the food thoroughly dries under no Sato, which focuses on swans and
common pochards, eastern spot-billed the sun. The sight of flocks of ducks and their history at Lake Hyoko.
ducks, and many more.Every year, the swans gathering at the voice of "Hey Koi"
first swans arrive from Siberia and Russia cannot be missed.

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OSAKA MINT MUSEUM, CHERRY BLOSSOM
VIEWING SPOT

BY SONIA SINGH

For anyone who is interested in knowing The Mint Museum has about 4,000 Every year, the gates to the garden are
how physical money is actually created, historical exhibits. One can read specially opened to the general public
the Osaka Mint Bureau, or Zheikyoku, as valuable documents related to minting, during a one-week period in mid-April.
it is called, is a popular place to be. The learn the history of coins, and get to During the evening, the walk-through is
Osaka Mint Bureau is the head office of know about the close relationship lit up, which gives it a different
the Japan Mint, a government between society and coins, including atmosphere from the day.
organisation that is responsible for the how the Japanese coins evolved through
supply of coins and medals. Their work time. Images:
also involves the analysis, testing, and © Osaka Convention & Tourism Bureau
certification of medals. The Mint Museum is open to the public © Japan Mint
throughout the year. The Sakura walk-
This place also houses a museum called through, which is part of this area, was
the Osaka Mint Museum, which is a built in 1871. In 1883, the then Mint
western-style brick building existing Master decided to open the Sakura
since the Meiji Era on the premises of walk-through to the public to share the
the Japan Mint. Originally, this building beauty of the cherry blossoms. During
was constructed as a thermal power cherry blossom season, this museum
plant in 1911, but in 1969, the building becomes very crowded as it houses over
was converted into the Mint Museum. 300 cherry trees that are part of its
The façade of the building has been left premises. There are over 100 different
in its original state in order to preserve types of Sakura trees, such as yae-
this historical building, and through this zakura trees (which have five petals per
facility, the general public gets to know bloom) and Beni-temari (which are red
about the activities of the Japan Mint. ball-shaped and can only be seen here).

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IMAGES © HOSHIFURU VILLAGE TENGU

SHIKOKU KARST TENGU HIGHLANDS

BY KOCHI TOURISM

Karst is a special type of landscape that is located at an altitude of about 1,400 m sides of the area. The rooms have starry
is formed by the dissolution of soluble and is a great viewing spot where the rooms with glass ceilings, so you can gaze
rocks, including limestone and dolomite, starry sky spreads out. It can be reached at the stars while falling asleep peacefully
over millions of years. In Kochi by a 30-minute drive from Yusuhara and waking up to the morning mist. You
prefecture, you will come across karsts, town. can also soak in a large bath that uses
which are not common in Japan. Kochi Shimanto source wIaMteArG.ESO©nHeOScHaInNOeRnESjoOyRTS
Prefecture has the highest percentage of As per Japanese folklore, tengu are views of either the horizon of the plateau
forested land in Japan and is located on recurring characters, bright-red, long- and the Pacific Ocean or Mt. Ishizuchi.
the south side of Shikoku Island. The nosed goblin-type deities that fly and
area is known for its pure blue rivers, live in remote mountain areas. This Hoshifuru Village of Tengu has an
wild capes, and beaches with spectacular location was undoubtedly an ideal astronomical observatory by Goto Optical
views of the Pacific Ocean. habitat for legendary figures due to its Research Institute Co., Ltd., which has
remoteness and high altitude. This is concluded a comprehensive partnership
When visiting Kochi, one cannot skip why there is no evidence of the agreement with Tsuno Town. If you arrive
travelling to the Shikoku Karst Plateau, existence of Tengu Highlands. during the rainy season or do not plan to
extending east-west for about 25 stay here, then you can visit the
kilometres along the border between The Hoshifuru Village of Tengu is the planetarium, which offers four shows: the
Ehime and Kochi prefectures at only accommodation and an ideal place projection of the starry sky of Shikoku
elevations ranging from 1000 to 1500 to enjoy the changing landscapes in Karst, the majestic scenery, and a
metres. The Shikoku Karst is a majestic every season. It offers unique hiking rundown on the history of Tsuno Town.
place with an abundance of scenic trails among the rocky karsts. The place For meals, the restaurant here offers three
beauty that is counted as one of Japan’s was refurbished in July 2021. A beautiful, courses of Japanese and Western Kaiseki
three major karst landscapes and is also light contrast of green pastures and cuisine. Child meals are also available.
considered the "Rooftop of Shikoku. The white limestone can be seen along the
Tengu Highland in Shikoku Karst Platuea ridge line and gentle slopes on both

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M.I.C.E SPACE PAGE 06

TEMPOZAN HARBOR VILLAGE – OSAKA

BY SHARAD SHARMA conference or cocktail dinner. The Hotel diameter and 112.5 m in height, this is one
Seagul offers unique proposition like no of the largest Ferris wheels in the world. It
Osaka, has been rated is one of the best other, all rooms offer ocean view. takes 15 minutes to complete a ride. On a
tourist destinations in Japan and also sunny day, a wide panoramic view of
ranked in top 03 big cities in Asia. A Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, is one of Japan’s Osaka Bay, Akashi Kaikyo Bridge and
trip to Japan is incomplete without visit most spectacular aquariums, world- Kansai International Airport can be seen.
to this ever-evolving cosmopolitan city renowned for its innovative presentation. In the nighttime, lighting on the Ferris
of Osaka. With different districts, Kaiyukan shows the aquatic animals of the wheel provides a weather forecast for the
offering variety of attractions for Pacific Rim at their most vibrant and next day. It is lit up in red for a sunny day,
leisure traveller or business visitors. dynamic, by recreating the natural green for a cloudy day and blue for a rainy
Amongst all the venues, one such environment of their habitats. During the day. Opens from 1000Hrs to 2200Hrs.
destination that stands out is weekdays it is open from 1030Hrs to
Tempozan Harbor Village. It is a 2000Hrs and on weekend or holidays it is Tempozan Marketplace is a commercial
complete entertainment venue with open from 0930Hrs to 2000Hrs. One can
excellent facilities to carry out day also interact with these aquatic species, as complex adjacent to Kaiyukan. Designed
meetings or residential conferences. aquarium has different feeding timings and
one can check website or aquarium under the concept of “Festival
THV (Tempozan Harbor Village) authorities for details.
complex includes, a hotel, world’s Marketplace,” the complex consists of
largest aquarium, market place, Cruise ship Santa Maria, it is based on the
Legoland Discovery center, cruise ship original Santa Maria ship and twice the nearly 80 retail and dining establishments,
and many other entertainment options. size. Amid refreshing sea breezes,
passengers can enjoy a delightful cruise on including shops carrying Osaka souvenirs
Hotel Seagul, is part of the THV Osaka Bay.
(Tempozan Harbor Village), with 96 as well as anime and other character
Rooms offering starting room size of Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel, at 100 m in
26SqMtr and banquet facility that could merchandise, fashion boutiques,
accommodate up to 300 people for
restaurants, and a food theme park

focusing on Osaka cuisine.

If you are planning a MICE trip or leisure
tour to Osaka, do not forget to include
THV in your itinerary.

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･TEAMLAB FOREST FUKUOKA IN BOSS E ZO

FUKUOKA

BY KARL BAHCECI

・In the west of Fukuoka’s Central Ward activities and attractions. In the activities as well. On the fourth floor for
Catching and Collecting Forest, one can example there is a baseball museum, but
one can find the BOSS E ZO FUKUOKA, catch different sorts of animals by using far from being simply a place you walk
an entertainment building with many a downloadable app to add them to your and admire the history of the sport, you
unique and fun ways to spend your day. collection. Then, once you’ve inspected can actually get active and try your hand
Among the most popular and unique of the animal you found you release it back at some baseball related activities. Then
these experiences is the teamLab Forest into the wild so other visitors can take on the top floor there is actually a
Fukuoka located on the 5th floor. turns finding them. Several works follow rooftop rail coaster for those looking for
upon it, with light obstacles and a bit more thrill in their day.
In the world of entertainment, teamLab phantasmagorical imagery. You really
is known as one of the pioneers that have to be there to believe it! With the facility conveniently located
combines art, science, and technology to next to the Hilton Hotel, baseball
make one of a kind interactive exhibit. Periodically throughout the year there stadium Fukuoka Pay Pay Dome, and
Opened in July of 2020, the teamLab are different seasonal events and the beach, there is an incredibly great
Forest Fukuoka is a relatively new holographic light show changes to variety of events that you can partake of
installation among the many that reflect them. With this many varieties, here. Why not pay the place a visit when
teamLab have created and it stresses the each time you visit the city you might you come to Fukuoka?
importance of biodiversity and our encounter a totally different atmosphere
natural environment all while using inside. Images copyright teamLab Forest
cutting technology to tell a story. Fukuoka, Kyushu © teamLab

The space is divided into several Apart from teamLab’s year-long
different zones, each one with their own installation there are many other

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SHOPPING PAGE 09

A SPLENDID CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY IN TOKYO

BY EMI ITO Dresden, Germany, will be installed Market, the 634-meter Tokyo
as a centrepiece. Also, there will be Skytree will light up reflecting
Christmas is that time of the year, when more than 100 different variety of seasons spirit. Inside skytree town,
we all dream of magical holidays, beer brands that will be up for grab. it will be lit up with thousands of
sumptuous food and incredible souvenirs It is advisable to book an e-ticket in led lights and at the base of the
/ gifts for friends and family. A tradition advance to avoid long ques and rush. tower a market will be setup, selling
of Christmas market that started in 1393 Market shall be open from 1100Hrs to German beer and snacks. Popular
in Germany, soon spread all over Europe 2200Hrs. bands will also perform giving
and now has become a worldwide visitors a pure European vibe.
phenomenon. Japan has not been left Roppongi Hill Christmas Market
behind and some of the splendid Palace will be operational from 26th Apart from these incredible
Christmas markets are held across Nov to 25th Dec. Located in Christmas Markets, the city hosts
Tokyo. Massive Christmas tree are Roppongi hills, the event is true multiple illumination venues for
installed with shinny illuminations with representation of German Christmas tourist and locals to soak in the
shops selling Christmas goods, hot food market in Stuttgart with huts selling festivities. Yebisu Garden Place will
and drinks based on the theme / style Christmas ornaments imported from have a large illuminated Christmas
from Europe. These special exhibits start Germany, as well as authentic tree and surrounding areas will also
from November go up to Christmas in German food like sausages and stew. be illuminated. Roppongi Tokyo
December. The Keyakizaka street illuminations Midtown, will also be illumination
are set to begin on November 10th and will have a special attraction
Tokyo Christmas Market, Hibiya park is and will run until December 25th (5 “the shinning snow light globe”.
amongst the biggest in Japan and is pm – 11 pm) this year.
scheduled to be operating from 09th to This winter visit Tokyo to enjoy in
25th December. With almost 100 of trees Tokyo Skytree Town Christmas the festive vibe.
illuminated to create a fairy-tale
atmosphere, to top it up, a 14m-tall
Christmas pyramid imported from



EASY JAPANESE PAGE 11

Useful Let us
Expressions in learn

Japanese


Kirei - Beautiful or Clean
Shitsurei - Rude or Impolite

Yuumei - Famous
Teinei - Polite

Suki - Like or Favorite
Kirai - Don't Like or Hate

Shizuka - Quiet
Shinsetsu - Kind

Hima - Free
Nigiyaka - Lively
Benri - Convenient
Fuben - Inconvenient
Genki - Well or Health

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