Here at Arigato Japan we’re all about food and drinks—as huge tea-lovers—so we are very excited to introduce a very special guest to our readers. If you follow our Instagram series “Tea Talks” with Lauren, you may have watched our episode which featured Mariëlla Erkens—Tea Sommelier, […]
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When I think about Hokkaido, the very first thing I associate with it is snow—something that resembles the image above a lot. The immediate second thought I have is the Sapporo Snow Festival, followed by Hatsune Miku, who is not only an icon in Japan but […]
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Travelling to a foreign country you have never visited before can be quite daunting, especially if you don’t speak the language. Every international traveller has at least some level of anxiety about communicating effectively with Japanese residents, and it can add unnecessary stress to an otherwise […]
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We all know that tea is very healthy and the most popular beverage in Japan as many people love it. Green tea is often consumed with Japanese meals; however, you may not realize that because there are different types of green tea, each tea is typically […]
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If you’re looking for somewhere to stay in Tokyo where you can feel like you’ve been transported back in time, then Asakusa Kokono Club is the place for you! It’s the only hotel in Japan combined with a theatre, where you can connect with locals and […]
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If you regularly follow the Arigato Japan blog, you’ll know that Bokksu is one of their amazing partners, and if you’ve seen my Holiday Japan Inspired Gift Guide for Christmas 2021 blog post, you’ll know how much I love this company. I’ve known about Bokksu for […]
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I think that most people would agree that the best part of Christmas—besides spending time with our loved ones—is the exchange of gifts. Personally, I love looking at someone I’ve given a gift to and seeing their face light up with happiness, it’s the best feeling. […]
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November is winding down, and Christmas will be here before we know it. Isn’t it always the case? I love the Christmas atmosphere, seeing the streets adorned with colourful lights, hearing Christmas songs whenever I go into a shop, and enjoying a hot drink while taking […]
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The Lake Biwa area in Shiga Prefecture is an amazing place to visit! If you’re looking for a unique and off-the-beaten-track destination for your next trip to Japan, we definitely recommend that you check out this beautiful place. Our team had the opportunity to travel to […]
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