Trying to get a short getaway from Tokyo? Gunma Prefecture is just the perfect place for you. It’s a two-hour ride from Tokyo. While being famous for its quantity of snowy attractions (snowy mountains, a variety of Ski resorts, and perfectly located Onsens), Gunma is also […]
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Shimane is located in the western part of Honshu, Japan’s main island. This region has a very long and rich history that started thousands of years ago. During the Jomon period (-13 000 to 400 before JC), the region was inhabited by hunter-gatherers and was also […]
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Who doesn’t love pizza? This Italian staple has become an international favorite, Japan included! Pizza is believed to have been introduced in Japan after the second world war, though the details are somewhat unclear. In the 1950’s, pizza became the new food trend in Tokyo, and […]
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When fantasizing about which food to try in Japan, your mind might go to sushi, ramen, yakitori and all the other world-famous Japanese food. Japanese cuisine, known in Japanese as washoku, is so well recognized that it is even on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list. While […]
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Ikebukuro is one of the more well-known areas of Tokyo. The Ikebukuro station connects JR, Seibu Railway, Tobu Railway, and Tokyo Metro Lines, making it one of the most frequented stations in Tokyo. If you find yourself around the Ikebukuro area but not sure what to […]
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Akihabara is now known all over the world as the electronic district of Tokyo. Legends and Stories Surround the Name In 1869, in Tokyo, a fire ravaged a part of the city including the Akihabara district. There was a shrine near Ueno which was named Akiba. […]
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There are many unique restaurants, parks, and themed cafes in Japan. These days, manga and anime are growing popular all around the world, so in order to cater to these fans, anime-themed cafes have been opening all over Japan! I can only imagine how much you […]
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Although disregarded by some, travelers in Japan will surely find something to enjoy if they decide to explore the world of local fast food. You’ll find various international chains all around, but going to a Japanese fast food restaurant will be a different and new experience. […]
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Asakusa, a district of Tokyo, is an extremely popular sightseeing destination for both Japanese and foreign tourists alike – and for good reason! A traditional atmosphere, delicious food and wonderful sight-seeing spots combine to make for a wonderful destination. Asakusa was originally an entertainment district for […]
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I don’t know about you, but I love to travel for food. I mean, it’s nice to discover new places of course, BUT the best thing is to taste popular local dishes right? I have visited a lot of prefectures in Japan but unfortunately, I have […]
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