Arigato Travel Weblog
Seasonal Destinations: Spring adventures on Izu Peninsula
Boarding the JR Odoriko Limited Express train from Tokyo Station, a scenic two-and-a-half-hour journey will take you far, far away from the hustling and bustling capital, through the heart of Yokohama, through tunnel after tunnel, before suddenly emerging into a completely different world… Along the breathtakingly […]
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Hotaru-Ika, a Dive into Japan’s Beloved Spring Squid
Once a year, come spring-time, one of Japan’s greatest natural mysteries leaves the dark, murky ocean deeps to light up Toyama Bay in a once in a lifetime light show that can’t be found anywhere else. Literally translating to Firefly Squid, the glowing Hotaru-Ika has not […]
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WHAT TO LOOK FORWARD TO IN JAPANESE SUPERMARKETS IN SPRING
Spring is finally here and we are ready to put away our coats and scarves to go back to long walks in nature and picnics in the sun. Spring in Japan not only brings warmer weather and its fantastic cherry blossoms, but also many seasonal foods […]
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ALL ABOUT TAKENOKO BAMBOO SHOOTS
Spring in Japan is not only limited to eating sakura-flavored foods. It’s also a great time for harvesting and eating takenoko (bamboo shoots). Sakura may be the symbol of spring, but takenoko is known to be the taste of the season. Have you ever tried any […]
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Guide to Shizuoka, The Ultimate Bucket List
Whether you are a traveling visitor or a resident living here, Japan constantly has so much to explore. Honestly, it can be a bit overwhelming trying to pick and choose what to do and where to go. For one thing, there are 5 major islands, 47 […]
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Top 5 things to See and Do in Gotemba, Shizuoka
Located right by Mt. Fuji in Shizuoka Prefecture, Gotemba City is a paradise for anyone looking to travel locally in Japan. Being a small and primarily farming city, Gotemba offers many opportunities to connect with the locals, eat delicious regional foods, and experience various once-in-a-lifetime adventures. […]
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Campervans: Exploring Japan Outside of “the Golden Route”
If you’ve been on social media during this pandemic, you’ve likely come across at least one influencer posting about how they quit their job, bought a van and are now travelling across the country. Moreover, you’ve likely seen pictures of some of the various bucket list […]
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Step Out, Take Charge and Be Bold: Japanese Women in the Culinary Industry!
Food, the number one topic that can get any conversation going, no matter where you are in the world! Every culture has its own unique taste when it comes to preparing its favourite dishes, but what about the hands that prepare them? With the culinary industry […]
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Toki no Sumika, A Perfect Getaway From Tokyo!
You might have heard of Shizuoka Prefecture for its delicious green tea and amazing views of Mt Fuji. But there are so many other things to do there, you might be surprised! I have visited this region several times but I had the opportunity to travel […]
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5 Must Try Foods for Your Next Visit to Shizuoka Prefecture!
The land of Mt. Fuji and green tea is a beautiful prefecture found along Japan’s eastern coastline and geographically located in the Pacific Ocean. Shizuoka City is the well-known capital, however, there are many gorgeous cities that you are highly recommended to visit, especially those close […]
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