Category: History

Exploring Deoksugung (덕수궁) Neighborhood

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  Many visitors think that it’s good enough to just visit Gyeongbokgung (‘gung’ means palace), the largest of the five Joseon royal palaces in Seoul. While the palaces may seem similar, they each have their own charm and history. I particularly like Deoksugung for its unique mix of western and traditional Korean architecture, a coexistence… Continue reading Exploring Deoksugung (덕수궁) Neighborhood

The Day I Became An Apprentice Geisha

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Many come to Kyoto hoping to encounter a Geisha or Maiko (an apprentice Geisha). Instead of just wishing to catch a glimpse of one, why not become one yourself! Read on to find out how I became a Maiko on my recent trip to Japan.   KKday – My Travel Resource //embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js Thanks to KKday,… Continue reading The Day I Became An Apprentice Geisha