Arigato Travel Weblog
Interview with Hikari Miso
Thank you for your time today! I’m excited for myself and our readers to learn more about Hikari Miso! I personally love Miso, but it tends to surprise people when I tell them that Miso Soup is one of my favorite foods. I can definitely appreciate […]
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Japanese Food Guide Interview – Learn more about Jessica and her Foodie Blog
Today we’re happy to introduce you to Jessica, a huge fan of Japan and its food! Let’s learn more about her and her “Japanese Food Guide” project. 1. Hello Jessica. We are very thankful for your time today! Being such food lovers ourselves, we are excited […]
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Homestay in Japan – Saying Goodbye to Kawane
Hi, my name is Espi and a few weeks ago I completed my homestay program in Kawane, Shizuoka. Kawane is a small agricultural town over 200 kilometers from Tokyo, and is home to a little over 6,000 residents, many of whom have lived there for their […]
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Interview with WANDERING WHEELS – How online travel can benefit anyone with accessibility challenges (and everyone else too)
As Japan celebrates the amazing Athletes that are competing in the 2020(21) Paralympics we have someone special in travel to celebrate! Today we’re happy to introduce you to Bea Manlulo! She is WANDERING WHEELS from the Philippines. Being in a wheelchair has not stopped her […]
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Treasures from Every Season! Food and Drinks to Pick up While You are in Japan
The hardest part about travelling is reaching the end of your journey. The moment you begin packing your bags to go back home, you experience a sense of nostalgia thinking about the marvellous memories you made on your trip. That is until you remember all the […]
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Sushi Comes in Many Forms: Do You Know Them All?
Everyone knows sushi. If you asked anyone in the world to name Japan’s most famous dish, most people would respond with sushi without any hesitation. You may consider yourself to be a sushi connoisseur, but did you know about all of these different types of sushi […]
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Summer In Japan: Blog Round Up
Summer is winding down here in Japan, but there is still time to learning about and enjoy food and activities typical of this season! Summer in Japan is characterized by fireworks, festivals, fun in the sun, and of course, tons of delicious food! Since the temperatures […]
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Kawane: My New Home Away From Home
Last week, I completed my homestay adventure in Kawane, a small town of 6,000 in Shizuoka Prefecture. Looking back, I recognize how much I grew throughout the process, and the extent to which my feelings changed throughout my stay. The connections you can make with a […]
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Expat in Japan Interview – 10 questions to Adrian Rydz
Hey Adrian, Welcome to our “Expat in Japan” series! Can you please tell us a little bit about yourself: how long have you been in Japan? What do you do? My name is Adrian Rydz. I am originally from Poland, where I grew up in […]
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Mt. Fuji Climbing: A new season awaits, Adventure is ahead
In a first glimmer of life and travel resuming in Japan, 2021 saw the reopening of the Mt. Fuji Climbing season. If you are here in Japan and want to climb be sure to read the below. If you have a Fuji climb on your bucket […]
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