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Enjoy Japan’s Summertime with Amusement and Water Parks
Japan’s summers are known for getting quite hot and many look for ways to beat the heat. While there are popular methods, such as visiting a beach or taking a dip at the nearest pool, Japan has many more ways to escape the heat and have […]
Why Join a Food Tour in Japan?
As a traveler, coming to a new country can sometimes be overwhelming. It is particularly true in the case of Japan, where each Prefecture, each city, and each area within those cities, have their own specialties and interesting places and eateries to discover. You feel amazed, […]
Exploring Fukui: A Dinosaur Lover’s Dream Destination
Located in the northern part of the Kansai region, Fukui is bordered by the beautiful Sea of Japan and surrounded by greenery and tranquil mountains. The prefecture boasts rich natural beauty and deep historical attractions. But the area is infamous for one more thing: dinosaurs! In […]
TASTE OF KITASENJU: LOCAL INSIGHTS YOU CAN TRUST
Kitasenju, located in the northern part of Tokyo, was famous for its post station called “Senju-juku” during the Edo period. Even though Senju-juku no longer exists, you can still feel the old town atmosphere in Kitasenju. Especially with Katsushoji Temple where the Tokugawa Ieyasu stayed on […]
Not Just a Cafe: All You Need to Know About Kissaten
Many may be familiar with Japan’s abundance of cafes and spots to get a quick drink, take a break to study, or even catch up on some work. You may think of the lively, sociable atmosphere full of chatter. However, there are certain types of “cafes’ […]
Sumo Wrestling: Japan’s National Sport
My first experiences in martial arts began at a young age, piquing my interest in the different combat sports from around the world. I’ve always believed that martial arts and combat sports, such as Sumo in Japan, Brazilian Jiujitsu in Brazil, or Muay Thai in Thailand, […]
TASTE OF UENO: PARK, ZOO, SAKURA SPOT, CULTURAL AND GASTRONOMIC CENTER
Ueno (上野), built on a hilly area commonly known as “Ueno no Yama” (Ueno Mountain), has developed as a cultural and artistic center since opening as Japan’s first park in May 1876. Today, many important cultural facilities such as museums, art galleries, zoos, and art universities, […]
Japan Tourism Is Back: What You Need To Know About Visiting In 2024
FORBES: Japan Tourism Is Back: What You Need To Know About Visiting In 2024 Author: Christopher Elliot After Japan’s borders reopened to international travel over a year ago, the tourism industry has witnessed an unexpected resurgence, paving the way for a potentially record-breaking 2024. Despite the […]
Tokyo’s vibrant food scene
BBC TRAVEL: Tokyo’s vibrant food scene Author: BBC Travel Staff Tokyo’s hospitality and food sector is looking ahead to the time when international tourists return, particularly the city’s small business owners. BBC Travel discusses how food tours can play a key role in helping revive independent […]
7 tours that offer an authentic look at Tokyo and beyond
7 TOURS THAT OFFER AN AUTHENTIC LOOK AT TOKYO AND BEYOND