Arigato Travel Weblog
Discover the Delights of Edamame in Japan
In Japan edamame is a beloved food that is equally healthy as it is delicious. It is usually eaten at restaurants or izakayas, as a type of bar food. Edamame are young soybeans that are harvested early, and then steamed or boiled while still in their […]
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Interview with Baba Ramen – Sharing the World of Ramen Through Fabulous Cooking Classes
The team here at Arigato Travel has recently had the pleasure of meeting Andrew, who just launched his Ramen cooking class in Tokyo. Holding such a great passion for spreading the wonderful world of Japanese cuisine, particularly ramen, with the entire world, we simply couldn’t wait […]
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Interview with Shozo Michikawa, an award winning Japanese ceramicist
As featured in one of our Instagram reels , Shozo Michikawa is an award winning Japanese ceramicist. The recipient of many awards in countries from Mongolia to France, we had the wonderful opportunity to meet Michikawa at an event in September with Takanome Sake and talk […]
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Summer’s popular Meals – Cold Noodles and Yakumi
In the summer, you’ll probably be feeling the heat with the humid weather and may not want to add any extra heat to the kitchen whilst cooking. Then you will definitely be fancying cold foods and beverages to cool down your body. According to surveys, more […]
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5 famous dishes to eat during your travels in Gifu
Gifu has played an essential role throughout Japan’s history. Since it’s located in the middle of the country, many lords such as Oda Nobunaga used the city to try to unify and control the government. Therefore, it has also been an important place for commerce over […]
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Exploring Japan’s Regional Cuisine: A Delicious Journey Across the Country
Japan is a land of unique culture and tradition, and its food is no exception. From Sushi to Ramen, Japanese cuisine has captured the hearts of foodies around the world. However, there is much more to Japanese food than just the typical food we know. Each […]
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An Easy Guide to Drive in Japan: Tips, Regulations, and License Requirements
Japan, known for its efficient public transportation system, offers visitors the convenience of exploring even the most remote areas with a car. If you’re planning to drive in Japan, it’s essential to familiarize yourself with the country’s driving regulations and requirements. This guide will provide you […]
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Interview with Cindy, aka the Sake Nomad
This week we are thrilled to introduce you to our lovely friend Cindy, a self-proclaimed sake nomad who loves everything about Japan’s most beloved alcoholic beverage. Cindy is a sake sommelier who travels around the country in search of the best cup, often visiting local breweries […]
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Discover Japanese Culture and Save with The Tokyo Museum Grutto Pass 2023
Also called Grutto Pass, this is a very convenient QR code ticket that offers entrance tickets as well as discount vouchers for 101 museums and other facilities in the Tokyo area. What you need to know to use Grutto Pass Although the entrance fees are not […]
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Navigating Nagoya: Explore Aichi Prefecture’s Capital
Nagoya, Japan’s fourth largest city, is not as popular as other cities like Tokyo and Osaka, but it is home to plenty of great food and interesting sights that are worth visiting when in Japan. Central Japan is not exactly at the top of the list […]
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