Tucked away in the southern part of Shikoku is Kochi prefecture, a land known for its natural landscapes, and historic sights, with a thriving traditional and cultural lifestyle. With 84% of its land covered by forests and a coastline facing the Pacific Ocean making it a […]
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Welcome to our four-part series on notable tea regions in Japan! This is our second post in the series after last week’s intro to Kagoshima Prefecture. Today, we’re heading north to Fukuoka prefecture. Next up is Shizuoka prefecture followed by Kyoto prefecture’s Uji region. What kind […]
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WAKKA is a travel agency, hotel, and cafe all rolled into one with a mission to provide the best all around experience for cyclists on the Shimanami Kaido and more. With waterfront accommodations, their services allow guests to be fully immersed in outstanding views for their […]
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Japanese cuisine provides a rich variety of delights and an endless choice of regional dishes. It is a delicate and healthy cuisine that is characterised by its connection to nature and usually uses the freshest and most seasonal ingredients. In addition to its delicious taste, visual […]
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Fukuoka is known for being one of the largest cities in Japan and the second-largest port which has been a hub of international commerce for a long time. With its rich history, it has fascinated people for years. Originally composed of two different cities, Fukuoka, on […]
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Tokyo Comedy Bar is the first dedicated comedy club in Tokyo. The Bar is open every night of the week and a quick 1-minute walk from Shibuya Station. The club features a 50-seat comedy room and 8 craft beers on tap, curated by Titans. Inspired by […]
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Chiba, the neighboring prefecture near Tokyo, is the home of untouched nature. It is filled with lush forests and serene mountains and is surrounded by pristine waters. With this incredible access to nature, one could tell that Chiba prides itself on their local fresh cuisine. In […]
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Welcome to our four-part series on notable tea regions in Japan! This week we’re kicking off the series with an introduction to Kagoshima Prefecture, located in southern Kyushu. Next, we’ll travel north to visit Fukuoka Prefecture and then head east to the base of Mt. Fuji […]
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Kyoto is a city that simply needs no introduction. Every year for decades, COVID years notwithstanding, tourists have flocked in droves to Japan’s historic former capital to bask in the city’s abundant culture from days past. Naturally, most tourists prioritise visiting the city’s remarkable temples and […]
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What is the Japan Rail Pass? (Disclaimer: the price change has gone into effect as of October 1st, 2023, so the price of all of the passes is now the more expensive one listed. We are keeping mentions of the old price which is no longer […]
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