Japan’s music scene is diverse with a multitude of genres and subgenres. Tokyo and Yokohama are often on the world tour schedule for leading artists as Japan is renowned for delivering an incredible atmosphere at its stadiums.

For decades, musicians have drawn inspiration from Japanese culture. Whether it’s through the eclectic fashion from Harajuku icons to sampling Japanese classics in current tracks, a vast number of musicians have a special relationship with Japan.
Music inherent to Japanese culture is rich in tradition. The industry holds generations of performing arts; including Kabuki, Noh, Kyogen, and Gagaku.

While enjoying concerts by world-renowned artists and contemporary entertainment, experiencing these uniquely Japanese traditional performing arts can also offer a special opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of Japan and its culture.

At Familia Travel, we can incorporate a variety of music and entertainment experiences into your itinerary, including traditional Japanese performing arts and stage performances, according to your interests and the length of your stay.

The Arts scene in Japan is electric. Filled with a myriad of traditional, classic and contemporary.

Artists curated by world renowned galleries such as; Mori Art Museum, National Museum of Modern Art – Kyoto, National Museum of Art – Osaka, Chichu Art Museum – Naoshima and the late Yayoi Kusama’s Art Gallery.

teamLab Borderless Tokyo is revolutionary in the digital art space, alongside a multitude of other teamLab spaces. A must visit for the curious traveller.

For further enquiries about Familia Travel’s bespoke Art museum tours, please contact us.

Japan’s traditional arts and culture are now widely appreciated around the world for their richness and depth.

Beyond artistic traditions such as ink painting, ukiyo-e, and kintsugi, Japan is home to a diverse range of cultural practices—including calligraphy, ikebana, tea ceremony, and Zen. Many of which have grown from a deep appreciation for nature and harmony with the world around us.

By experiencing Japan’s unique aesthetic sensibilities and spiritual traditions, travellers can discover a deeper side of the country that goes beyond simply visiting its famous landmarks.

At Familia Travel, we create more personal and meaningful cultural experiences tailored to each traveller’s individual interests and preferences, going beyond visits to well-known destinations.

From opportunities to learn directly from skilled artisans and experts to private experiences that offer a deeper connection with traditional Japanese culture, we can curate a variety of experiences based on your interests.

Options available for Familia Travel Experiences include:
• Private guided art tours
• Tea ceremony experiences
• Japanese calligraphy experiences
• Ikebana classes
• Kintsugi workshops
• Visits to traditional craft workshops and artisan studios
• Zen experiences

Japan has so much more to offer than the tourist destinations found in guidebooks. By exploring ‘the road less travelled,’ one can discover countless unique experiences and hidden aspects of each destination.

Kimono is widely known around the world as Japan’s traditional clothing.

However, the way it is worn is far more nuanced than it may first appear. Different styles and combinations are chosen according to the season, a person’s stage of life, and the place or occasion being attended. In this sense, there may be many similarities with contemporary fashion.

The patterns and colors used in kimono also carry their own meanings and messages. Understanding these details and finding a style that suits one’s own personality and preferences is one of the many fascinating aspects of kimono culture.

In modern Japan, there are also many ways to experience this traditional culture, such as wearing kimono while strolling through historic streets and traditional districts, allowing visitors to experience the atmosphere of Japan from another era.
In addition to kimono and hakama, visitors can also enjoy experiences such as wearing samurai armor, carrying a sword, trying on a traditional helmet, or stepping into the world of the ninja.