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Papel Picado: Honoring the Spirits Through Tradition
In previous posts on this blog, we have explored how the worship of ancestors and the offering of tributes in their honor are elements deeply rooted in both Japanese and Mexican traditions. In Japan, this is expressed through the Obon Festival, and in Mexico through the Day of the Dead — both celebrations that involve ceremonies and activities dedicated to welcoming the souls of departed ancestors who, according to their beliefs, return briefly to this world to visit their lo
Oct 24


HOSHI SHRINE AND THE TANZAKU TRADITION
In Japan, Shinto shrines (jinja / 神社) are sacred spaces dedicated to the worship of nature deities called kami (神). It is estimated that...
Sep 19


AN EVEN BIGGER CELEBRATION
In the culture of Japan a great variety of traditional festivals are held every year, which are known as “MATSURI” (祭), and are held to...
Aug 1


EXPERIENCE JAPANESE SUMMER IN FUJITAYA: Tanabata Decorations Exhibition
At FUJITAYA, we want to offer you a little corner where you can experience the seasons of Japan, without leaving Mexico! Therefore,...
Jun 27


JUNE IS THE BEST MONTH TO GET TO KNOW THE CULTURE OF JAPAN
Evento especial ANA DAY en el Hotel FUJITAYA para celebrar el Mes Japonés 2025.
May 30


KOINOBORI, to provide for healthy growth and career success for children
The "Koinobori" 鯉のぼりis a peculiar traditional Japanese flag that takes to the skies in early May to be part of the Children's Day...
Apr 25


Spring, an important and beautiful season
For most, this time of year can mean the end of cold weather and the beginning of warm days. But in Japan, the arrival of spring has...
Mar 21


HINADAN, THE DOLL SHRINE
This year you will be able to experience this beloved Japanese tradition in FUJITAYA. Where you can see an authentic “Hinadan” which is a...
Feb 21


THE TRADITIONAL "KAGAMI BIRAKI"
We wish you to start the year 2025 on the right foot. This time we are going to talk about a Japanese tradition that involves a special...
Jan 17


IN FUJITAYA WE CELEBRATE OUR 3RD ANNIVERSARY THANKS TO YOU
Have you already stayed at FUJITAYA? Because in November 2024 we are celebrating our third year of service, and we are deeply grateful to...
Nov 15, 2024


History of the Japanese “Happi"
At the end of September, the Queretaro Summer Festival, organized by the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Mexico, A.C., was...
Oct 11, 2024


Tips to make your next vacation more comfortable
Many people decide to go on vacation to travel to a resort to relax, or to visit an interesting city. However, as some of you may have...
Sep 20, 2024


Bread and coffee for a relaxing moment.
Some of our guests and residents already enjoy finding freshly baked bread and coffee in the “Mini-shop”. Here you can find from 17:00 a...
Aug 23, 2024


ENJOY THE SUMMER IN QUERETARO
When the seasonal rains begin, the wooded areas of the Mexican Sierra are filled with colors and offer a very pleasant environment to...
Jul 17, 2024


TEMIYAGE, MORE THAN GIFT
Have you ever given a gift to someone just for visiting them? Because in this chapter we will learn about the Japanese practice that...
Jun 12, 2024


Make your own dish with a taste of Japan
Within the great variety of products that you can find in our Mini-shop; you can already find frozen products of quick preparation,...
Mar 27, 2024


TAMALES: A traditional dish from Mexico.
This time I am going to introduce you to a typical dish that is usually the protagonist at the table of Mexican families on February 2nd,...
Jan 26, 2024


OSHOGATSU, THE CELEBRATION TO START A GREAT YEAR.
En México se acostumbra a reunirse con la familia y amigos en el último día del año. Realizando normalmente una gran cena donde se suelen...
Dec 29, 2023


New Year's Eve 2023 will soon arrive
In Mexico, Christmas is here! But in Japan, after receiving Christmas, we prepare to receive the New Year; so people start cleaning their...
Dec 22, 2023


THE GREAT CHRISTMAS PARTY
We are already in the last month of the year, December, accompanied by its characteristic winter weather and the unmistakable colorful...
Dec 13, 2023
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