Blog Masonry
THE TOKYO PASS, a Magic App for your next trip to the city
Start with Hi! is the first introduction this amazing app gives us. And believe me, they are not wrong. That’s because, if you want to have an amazing experience and an easy life in Tokyo, you’ll really only get started doing it all with this Hi […]
Kabosu: First-rate fruit of Oita Prefecture
You’ve probably already heard of Yuzu, but what about Kabosu? Kabosu (also known as Citrus sphaerocarpa) is a Japanese citrus fruit that is considered rare all over Japan of the agric. It only grows in one area which is Oita Prefecture. Usually, people prefer to use […]
Hirakata-shuku Kagiya Museum in Osaka/Kyoto area – Unique and Interesting Local History Lesson of Kurawanka Boats
Are you sick and tired of over-crowded tourist attractions and city buses in Kyoto? Would you like to have a relaxing day but still visit a museum? Do you prefer different experiences to those in major tourist cities? If your answer hits yes to one or […]
Interview with NEOLD Private House, an immersive cultural experience of Japan
What if we told you that there’s a place in Japan where you can get the ultimate Japanese experience? Breathtaking scenery, good food, and an immersive cultural experience of Japan: NEOLD offers exactly that and we’re honoured to have the opportunity to introduce them to our […]
10 reasons why you should visit Japan during the Winter season!
At last, we get to wrap up our 10 reasons for the season in the most frigid season ever; Winter (fuyu (冬) in Japanese). It is very cold and dry, with temperatures reaching as low as 5°C, so it is often overlooked. Nevertheless, you can see […]
Ochazuke: Your Japanese comfort food
Japanese food tends to never disappoint you! If you are craving that dish that is light yet comforting, then Ochazuke is the answer for you. This easy, homemade dish is made with ingredients we have at home at all times like green tea, Dashi, steamed rice, […]
OMOTENASHI Selection 2022 (Part 2): Discover the 106 Award Winners for 2022’s 2nd Session!
The OMOTENASHI Selection is a collection of the best products and experiences in Japan which truly capture the omotenashi, hospitality, spirit. This is the second session for this year, the first one was released on June 1st and you can read more about the awardees here. […]
“CREATING UMA CHAN” – More than a mascot, a new member of Arigato Travel
Working in Arigato Travel has been a pleasant, huge, and interesting adventure. I came from Mexico seven years ago with some knowledge of Japanese culture, but practically zero experience with Japanese cuisine. I have learned so much from the Arigato Travel Team, and in response to […]
Arigato Travel – Ho Ho Ho! Huge Holiday Giveaway 2022
The holidays are just around the corner and we here at Arigato Travel are just as excited as you are! Some say that this is the most wonderful time of the year, and we’ll have to agree. To celebrate the holidays this year and to show […]
Rebranding and Becoming a Bigger Force for Inbound Travel to Japan: our story of challenges and change
Surviving in the travel industry in Japan (and around the world) during Covid was an interesting adventure, certainly a challenge, and quite a roller coaster ride! We are thrilled that borders are reopened at last here, despite being so slow compared to other regions. And we’ve […]