Arigato Travel Weblog
Kyoto Railway Museum – Experiencing all aspects of railway travel
Many inbound tourists and expats are impressed with how reliable the rail services are in Japan. Are you one of them and curious to know even more about the Japanese railway? Or do you simply want to see someplace that’s less crowded than the temples or […]
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OMOTENASHI Selection 2023 (1st session): The 134 amazing award recipients from all over Japan!
Have you ever heard of “Omotenashi Selection”? It’s a collection of products and services that reflect the spirit and excellence of Japanese hospitality (“omotenashi” in Japanese). We are proud to have been their media partner since last year, and we love to share with you all […]
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The Story behind Dream of Japan’s New Knife Brand
Today we’re glad to interview our friend and partner Kei-san from Japanese Green Tea Co and Japanese Coffee Co about his new project! Japanese knives are known and have a good reputation all over the world: from gourmet restaurants to home cooking, what are the peculiarities […]
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Interview with Fauchon Hotel, Kyoto meets Paris in a glamorous accommodation
FAUCHON Hotel Kyoto is a luxury hotel where you can enjoy the fusion of Paris and Kyoto from the rooms to the restaurants, shops, spa and so much more! If you’re looking for a beautiful luxury hotel in Kyoto, then we recommend you visit this place! […]
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Tsuyu: Let summer begin…but not too hot and NOT dry!
As spring slowly finishes, we wish the cherry blossoms, azaleas and other spring flowers good-bye for another year and prepare to welcome a new season! Strangely enough, during the very first month of summer, temperatures in Japan do not instantly spike to their crazy highs. To […]
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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN TOKYO: THINGS TO DO IN JUNE 2023
Experience the vibrant beginnings of summer in Tokyo this June! Immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere of traditional festivals, where dances and music fill the streets. Marvel at the exquisite beauty of blooming flowers, from the captivating iris displays to the enchanting hydrangea festivals. Quench your […]
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GYOKURO: THE BEST GREEN TEA YOU’VE NEVER HEARD OF
TEA AS PERSONAL REVELATION If you’re reading this blog post in a busy place, perhaps surrounded by a lot of people moving around, it might be helpful to put on a pair of headphones and move to a quieter place. Or maybe you’re actually multi-tasking at […]
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Top 5 Foods to Try in Kochi Prefecture
Tucked away in the southern part of Shikoku is Kochi prefecture, a land known for its natural landscapes, and historic sights, with a thriving traditional and cultural lifestyle. With 84% of its land covered by forests and a coastline facing the Pacific Ocean making it a […]
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4 MAJOR TEA REGIONS OF JAPAN PART 2, FUKUOKA: YAME EXCELLENCE, RISING STAR OF GYOKURO
Welcome to our four-part series on notable tea regions in Japan! This is our second post in the series after last week’s intro to Kagoshima Prefecture. Today, we’re heading north to Fukuoka prefecture. Next up is Shizuoka prefecture followed by Kyoto prefecture’s Uji region. What kind […]
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Interview with WAKKA: travel agency, hotel, and cafe
WAKKA is a travel agency, hotel, and cafe all rolled into one with a mission to provide the best all around experience for cyclists on the Shimanami Kaido and more. With waterfront accommodations, their services allow guests to be fully immersed in outstanding views for their […]
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