Arigato Travel Weblog
Kabuki, when eccentricity and tradition collide!
From those who are interested in eccentric forms of entertainment to those who have a liking for traditional and historical proclamations of art, many should definitely take a strong interest in Kabuki. Be it because of its 400 years of history or because of the striking […]
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Taste of Ebisu – A Local Tokyo Foodie Favorite
Ebisu, located within Shibuya-ku in Tokyo, is one of Tokyo’s most popular neighborhoods. The area got its name from one of the Seven Gods of Fortune in Japan. Ebisu is the god of fishery and luck, and his easily recognizable appearance is seen in the form […]
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Holiday Gifts for All Japan Lovers
With the holidays just around the corner, thoughts of what to buy your loved ones might have crossed your mind. If you happen to know any Japan lovers out there, we have got you covered. Keep reading to find out which are our top picks for […]
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Japanese Craft Whisky (part 3): The Best, Most Original Whisky in the World
Welcome back to our Japanese Whisky series! Last time, we went over some of the highest-quality companies of whisky distillers in Japan that you might not have known about. While Suntory and Nikka have far and away the most significant share of sales in Japan, they’re […]
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A Delicious Taste of History In the Owari Region
Connecting with Japan’s samurai past through the Owari region in the center of Japan will inspire history buffs and those interested in the Edo era. Beyond that, you can delight your palette with a taste of the local culture through their regional food. On the three-day […]
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Mitarashi Dango: What’s this Sweet, Savoury Treat?
Every country has their own twists on local sweets, and the Japanese bring forth theirs in the most simple of ways, yet it’s a one of a kind experience we should all try! Traditional Japanese sweets, also known as wagashi (和菓子) can be traced back to […]
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Interview with Yunomi.life, Japanese Tea
Have you ever thought about the story behind the tea you drink everyday? Yunomi.life is a Japanese tea brand with the inspiring mission to transcend cultural barriers by sharing the personal stories of local tea farmers in Japan with tea enthusiasts around the world. We had […]
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Three Historical Days in Owari, the Samurai Region of Japan
Many would-be-visitors to Japan dream of a deep connection with the history and culture, especially with that of the Edo era, better known as the Samurai time in this ancient country. Most foreign travelers spend time seeking this connection on what is often called the “golden […]
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A Taste of Nakano: Hidden Neighborhood of Otaku Subculture, Commerce, And Cuisine
When people think about a day or night out on the town in Tokyo, there are several obvious places that come to mind: the nightlife of Roppongi, the young urban culture in Shibuya, the neon lights of Shinjuku, the historical Japanese aesthetics in Asakusa, the nerd […]
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Japanese Whisky (part 2): Amazing Brands You Might Not Have Heard Of
Welcome back to our Japanese Whisky series! In case you missed the first entry, we talked about the history of Japanese whisky, including how it came to Japan, what type of whisky it typically is, how best to enjoy it, and more! I highly recommend you […]
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