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10 reasons why you should visit Japan during the Winter season!
At last, we get to wrap up our 10 reasons for the season in the most frigid season ever; Winter (fuyu (冬) in Japanese). It is very cold and dry, with temperatures reaching as low as 5°C, so it is often overlooked. Nevertheless, you can see […]
Ochazuke: Your Japanese comfort food
Japanese food tends to never disappoint you! If you are craving that dish that is light yet comforting, then Ochazuke is the answer for you. This easy, homemade dish is made with ingredients we have at home at all times like green tea, Dashi, steamed rice, […]
OMOTENASHI Selection 2022 (Part 2): Discover the 106 Award Winners for 2022’s 2nd Session!
The OMOTENASHI Selection is a collection of the best products and experiences in Japan which truly capture the omotenashi, hospitality, spirit. This is the second session for this year, the first one was released on June 1st and you can read more about the awardees here. […]
“CREATING UMA CHAN” – More than a mascot, a new member of Arigato Travel
Working in Arigato Travel has been a pleasant, huge, and interesting adventure. I came from Mexico seven years ago with some knowledge of Japanese culture, but practically zero experience with Japanese cuisine. I have learned so much from the Arigato Travel Team, and in response to […]
Arigato Travel – Ho Ho Ho! Huge Holiday Giveaway 2022
The holidays are just around the corner and we here at Arigato Travel are just as excited as you are! Some say that this is the most wonderful time of the year, and we’ll have to agree. To celebrate the holidays this year and to show […]
Rebranding and Becoming a Bigger Force for Inbound Travel to Japan: our story of challenges and change
Surviving in the travel industry in Japan (and around the world) during Covid was an interesting adventure, certainly a challenge, and quite a roller coaster ride! We are thrilled that borders are reopened at last here, despite being so slow compared to other regions. And we’ve […]
How to Make the Best of a One-Day Trip to Tokyo
They say a lifetime spent in Tokyo would not be long enough to grow bored of this unique city. As proof of that, Tokyo has been among the top 10 must-see cities in the world for years, and for good reason. The perfect harmony of two […]
Holiday Gifts from Japan For Otaku Kids And Anime and Manga Lovers of ALL ages!
Otaku in Japanese is the word used to refer to people that are hardcore fans of something and have a deep knowledge of it. It is commonly used to refer to the people that are fans of anime and manga, but can also cover the fans […]
Interview with KAI Kinugawa, a modern hot spring ryokan in Tochigi
KAI Kinugawa is a modern hot spring ryokan where traditional Japanese hospitality meets contemporary luxury. Situated 2 hours by train from Tokyo, this gem in the Tochigi prefecture provides the perfect get-away for those seeking a break from the fast-paced atmosphere in Tokyo. We had the […]
5 Japanese Instant Ramen for the Fall Season
What better time to enjoy instant ramen than the Fall season? As the leaves dramatically change colors and the temperatures drop, instant ramen calls! Here are 5 delish Japanese instant ramen to enjoy for the Fall season. All of these are the better quality, “premium” instant […]