Min-On Music Journey
The Min-On Music Journey takes you on tour of the wondrous music and rich cultural heritage of countries worldwide. Each article, available in English and Japanese, includes a variety of photographs and video clips for your enjoyment.
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Min-On Music Journey No. 05: Portuguese Republic (Feb 9, 2026: Text revised; one photo added)
Min-On Music Journey No. 102: Republic of Mozambique (Jan 28, 2026)
Min-On Music Journey No. 101: Republic of Kenya (Dec 12, 2025)
Min-On Music Journey No. 06: Republic of Estonia
Welcome to the sixth installment of Min-On's Music Journey, which takes us to the Republic of Estonia, one of the three Baltic states. Estonia is a country of forests and lakes in northern Europe, facing the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Finland. Historic medieval...
Min-On Music Journey No. 05: Portuguese Republic
Article updated on February 9, 2026 — Welcome again to Min-On's Music Journey! In this installment, let us guide you to the Portuguese Republic, located in Western Europe's Iberian Peninsula. Portugal was known throughout history as a naval pioneer that commanded the...
Min-On Music Journey No. 04: Republic of Turkey
Welcome to the fourth edition of Min-On's Music Journey! In this installment, let us guide you to the Republic of Turkey, a crossroads of Eastern and Western civilization that shares a border with Asia, Europe and Africa. The Ottoman Empire, predecessor of the...
Min-On Music Journey No. 03: Romania
Welcome to the third stop on Min-On's Music Journey! Today, let us guide you to a country with charming medieval atmosphere: Romania, located in the southeast of Europe. Peleș Castle (Sinaia City, Transylvania region) Romania has a long history, and the deep medieval...
Min-On Music Journey No. 02: Republic of Moldova
Welcome to the second edition of Min-On's Music Journey! Today, let us guide you to the beautiful Republic of Moldova, located in southeastern Europe. Soroca Fortress (photo by Vadim Șterbate) First, please watch the videos below that were produced to celebrate...
Min-On Music Journey No. 01: The Republic of Armenia
Welcome to Min-On's Music Journey! For our first trip, welcome to the Republic of Armenia. This country of nearly three million people is bordered by Europe, the Caspian Sea and the Caucasus Mountains. The capital city of Yerevan is filled with the beauty of nature...