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Japanese tea ceremony: tranquility, peace and utensils used for green tea!
Steeped in years of history, a Japanese tea ceremony holds its stance as both a traditional and ceremonial way of life amongst the Japanese people. An art itself and much highly appreciated in their culture, a tea ceremony is also a way of not only just […]
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STAY AT SECTION L GINZA EAST, AND FEEL AT HOME IN THE MIDDLE OF TOKYO
At Arigato Travel, we love sharing interesting accommodations in Japan and all I can say is that the one I’m covering today is very special! I had the opportunity to stay at Section L Ginza East for a night and it was an amazing experience, so […]
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A Taste of Asakusa – a place to enjoy morning, day and night
Asakusa, a district of Tokyo, is an extremely popular sightseeing destination for both Japanese and foreign tourists alike – and for good reason! A traditional atmosphere, delicious food and wonderful sight-seeing spots combine to make for a wonderful destination. Asakusa was originally an entertainment district for […]
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Time for Fall – Your Ultimate Guide to Japan in the Autumn Season!
Summer is finally starting to come to a close in Japan, and autumn has just begun. Many will be happy to know that the soaring temperatures and smothering humidity will soon drop, but there is a lot more to experience in autumn than just the simple […]
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Expats in Japan – Interview with Alex from Arigato Travel
Today I want to introduce you to Alex, one of our foreign Tour Guides, and our HR and Training Manager here at Arigato Travel. Many of us wonder why foreigners decide to come live in Japan. Despite having interviewed expats in Japan before on our blog, […]
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The Best Kōyō (Autumn Leaves) in Aomori!
I wanted to title this with some sort of pun, like “best place to go see the forest in the fall? Ao-MORI of course!” then I realized the better pun is “Best place for fall fun? AKI-ta,” but I digress. Japan’s seasons bring cycles of limited-edition […]
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Wasabi: health and spice, all in one!
Although famous around the world for the fact that it almost always accompanies sushi, many people still don’t know about the origins or properties of Wasabi. Since its main presentation is that of a green paste, it is not that easy to imagine that it actually […]
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Takanome Sake: Interview with a luxury Japanese sake maker
Takanome Sake is a high class Japanese sake (rice wine) maker that combines traditional with innovation to create a unique sake that is produced in small batches to ensure quality. Whether you are a connoisseur of Japanese sake already or a beginner, their sake is definitely […]
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Furumaya House, Interview with an eco-friendly farmstay
The team here at Arigato Travel recently came across this heartwarming eco-friendly farmstay located just out of Kyoto, called Furumaya House. As soon as we saw its beautiful and welcoming atmosphere, we couldn’t wait to introduce it to our readers. So first, I just want you […]
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5 Must Try Foods in Yamaguchi, Japan
Yamaguchi Prefecture can entice any foodie looking for a new experience. While the area certainly boasts beautiful beaches and shrines, it also tempts travellers with its promise of delicious and particularly unique delicacies. Below, we’ve listed some recommendations of foods to try when in the area! […]
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