Miyagi Prefecture is located in the Tohoku region of Honshu in Japan. Sendai is both the capital and largest city in the Miyagi Prefecture. Around 23% of national parks cover the land area of this prefecture, which includes Rikuchu Kaigan National Park. Miyagi is known for […]
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The news of Japan’s reopening is a relief to most travel enthusiasts and just in time for the country’s hot and humid summers. While most people worry about the soaring temperatures, there are a lot of amazing reasons why we need to enjoy summer in Japan […]
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Kyoto – the heart of Japanese culture, with a multitude of shrines, temples and gardens, many of which have been designated as UNESCO World Heritage sites since 1994. Kyoto was once Japan’s capital, as well as the residence of the Imperial Family from 794 to 1868. […]
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Of course Japanese food is delicious, no doubt about this. However, did you know that you can find a lot of delicious Western food in Tokyo? From Italy, France, Spain, India, and so much more. Today we’d like to introduce you to a recently opened restaurant […]
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Chubo Knives was founded in 2012 by Jeremy Watson who, inspired by his own culinary experience in Japan, sought to share the magic of Japanese craftsmanship with people globally. By partnering with artisans and knife makers throughout Japan, Chubo Knives has developed an impressive collection of […]
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Summer is Natsu (夏) in Japanese. It is a very hot period with extreme humidity levels but will also experience a rainy period. Nevertheless, it is still considered one of the most liveliest seasons of the year in which we list out 10 amazing reasons why […]
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When you think of Japan, what comes to mind? The food of course (it would be a crime if this wasn’t first on the list), the sights, the culture, the people. Let’s narrow it down further shall we? Where in Japan would be the top of […]
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As many of you probably know, Japan is a country worth visiting all year long. In spring, you can enjoy the unmatched beauty of cherry blossoms, while autumn transforms the whole country into shades of yellow, orange, and red. Winter brings the pearl white snow cover […]
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Have you ever heard of “Omotenashi Selection”? This is a collection of products and services that reflect the spirit and excellence of Japanese hospitality (“omotenashi” in Japanese). Celebrating their 8th anniversary this year, the team at Omotenashi Selection have the passion to share these amazing products […]
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In the past few years, Japan has become increasingly more LGBTQ friendly. Many municipal cities and governments now allow for same-sex marriages and we have seen more overall acceptance for the community through the pride parades and other LGBTQ-oriented events that have been held in large […]
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