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Celebrate Mountain Day with Amazing Food and Outdoor Experiences
If you love mountains like I do, Japan is the perfect destination for you! It’s great for hikes and treks, and really gives you a great chance to experience nature. Home to the majestic Mount Fuji and the Japanese Alps, the country’s terrain is 75% mountainous […]
Rice Paddy Art: A Sustainable Way to Celebrate Nature
Origin and History of Rice Paddy Art Rice paddy art is a form of agricultural art that is created by planting different coloured rice seedlings in a rice field to create a specific image or pattern. The art form originated in Japan, where it is known […]
The World of Wagashi, Japanese Traditional Sweets
Japan is well known for its culinary beauty and food culture, and this also includes Japan’s large variety of desserts and sweets. One of Japan’s oldest forms of sweets is known as wagashi (和菓子), a traditional confectionary that has been enjoyed for centuries. The history of […]
Japanese Summer Culture Through Beer Gardens!
Beer gardens originated in Germany as summer events that breweries held to showcase and sell their beers. The tradition eventually found its way to Japan, where they can commonly be found on rooftops with great views. Just like its origins, the beer gardens are a great […]
Get To Know Our Travel Guides: Yappy, From Osaka To Tokyo
Today, we’re back with our guide series and we are glad to introduce you to Yappy, one of our amazing experienced guides in Tokyo. Hi Yappy, can you tell us a little about yourself? Where are you from, what is your background, passions etc. I’m Yappy. […]
The 5 Must-Try Dishes in Wakayama
Wakayama, a prefecture in Japan’s Kansai region, is renowned for its natural beauty, historical landmarks, and delectable cuisine. The Mikan Festival, which takes place in the city every November, is one of the prefecture’s most popular food festivals. It features a variety of mikan-related events, such […]
Inside the World of Shokuhin Sampuru: The Japanese Art of Making Fake Food
We all know that Japan is home to the most interesting, adorable and lovely inventions. You might have heard about the inventions like edible culinary spoons and forks made of potato starch and sometimes sugar, or about the genetically modified scentless garlic and even the grafted […]
Interview With Hashimoto Keisuke: A New and Sophisticated Introduction To Shochu
Today we are happy to interview Keisuke san, who created Shochu X, a company producing high-quality Shochu. He wants to deliver the best product to customers who wish to enjoy a new way of drinking and a one-of-a-kind experience. Let’s discover more! Hi Keisuke san, thank […]
Popular Sushi To Order in Japan
The delicious and eye-catching quality of Japan’s treasured dish, sushi (寿司 or 鮨), generates a unique bundle of sensory experiences through its colorful presentation, scent, and taste. Being selective and tentative of the varieties of sushi available, in a restaurant is an opportunity to explore and […]
What’s Happening in Tokyo: Things to do in August 2023
August may be the hottest month in Tokyo but the fun times filled with colorful yukata, skilled performers, and mesmerizing music does not stop! This month includes one of the most important Buddhist holidays in Japan called Obon, an annual remembrance of one’s ancestors, making many […]