In marine biology, fish are said to be shoaling when they swim in large groups as a precaution against predators or in order to save energy. However, without speaking disrespectfully, such a complex social group behavior does not apply to Shirasu (Jap. しらす, meaning whitebait), […]
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The Lake Biwa area in Shiga Prefecture is an amazing place to visit! If you’re looking for a unique and off-the-beaten-track destination for your next trip to Japan, we definitely recommend that you check out this beautiful place. Our team had the opportunity to travel to […]
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With signs that Japan may start to reopen soon, and a new prime minster focused again on how to work with other countries to restore tourism to Japan, it is a great time to start thinking about your trip, looking for flights, and even organizing your […]
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Are there any Japanese snacks or beverages that you’ve been wanting to try? Or are there any Japanese recipes you want to cook if only you had the right ingredients… We know that if you live outside of Japan, it can be tricky to find Japanese […]
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Autumn 秋 (aki) is the season that brings forth trees painted in the colours of red, yellow and orange. The foliage creates picturesque sights for your viewing whilst you stroll about, enjoying the cooler weather of the season before winter sets in. A symbol of the […]
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My friends at Nagoya is not boring are making supporting and sharing options and information available for all of the great things to see and do in the Nagoya and Aichi areas. Time to explore places other than Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka… There is a lot […]
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As we head into the 2021 Halloween Weekend in Tokyo, make your plan to head out to the Sheraton Grande Tokyo Bay and experience their HALLOWEEN Laboratory! Great food, amazing decorations and so many delicious sweets. You will have a spook-tacular good time. We love collaborating […]
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Who doesn’t enjoy a good cup of hot tea on a cold winter’s day? Or a refreshing glass of iced tea to cool down during the summer heat? Japan is a haven for tea lovers, with a large variety of traditional teas such as matcha, sencha, […]
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Picture this: it’s late, you’ve had a busy day, and you still have some errands to run. You need to pay your hydro bill, get some dinner, and buy a train ticket. Where would you go? Well, I suppose you could go online… but what if […]
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Today we’re happy to introduce you to Mai-san, with the wonderful and whimsical alias “Miss Wagashi”, a traditional sweets expert based in Tokyo! Could you please introduce yourself and share a little bit about yourself? Hi, I’m Mai, known as “Miss Wagashi” on […]
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