Osaka-jo, also known as Osaka Castle, is a historic landmark and iconic symbol of Osaka, Japan. Constructed in the 16th century by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, it stands as a testament to the city's rich heritage and...
바다는 조용했고, 하늘은 낮게 깔려 있었다. 고조섬 북동쪽, 붉은 모래로 유명한 라믈라 해변(Ramla Bay)은 지중해 한복판에서 가장 따뜻한 색감을 품은 해변이다. 백사장이 아니라 붉사장. 부드러운 곡선으로 펼쳐진 해안선 위로 붉은 모래가 깔리고, 잔잔한 파도가 리듬을...
Osaka Castle is a flatland castle. The first defensive barrier of Osaka Castle, constructed on a slightly elevated hill, is a moat surrounding the castle. At first glance, it seems impossible to attack the castle,...
by Dr. Howard Johnson (Cultural Historian, UK)
Through the Main Gate: Gwanghwamun
I entered Gyeongbokgung through Gwanghwamun—its grand south gate. It was enormous, dignified, symmetrical. The kind...
by Dr. Howard Johnson (Cultural Historian, UK)
In the very heart of Seoul, where traffic races down Yulgok-ro, one can suddenly step out of modern noise...