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Expat in Japan Interview – 10 questions to Anne-san CEO of Arigato Japan

January 17, 2019 By Jessica Iragne

There is no better way to discover and immerse in a country’s culture than food. Food is a universal language that connects people from all over the world. Joining a food tour will help you discover hidden gems you wouldn’t find on your own, expose you to many unique flavors and will allow you to connect with locals like you can never imagine…

Antenna Shops: Travel Across Japan All in 1 Day

December 14, 2018 By Josh

As if by magic, it’s possible to virtually visit most of Japan’s forty-seven prefectures through antenna shops located throughout central Tokyo. Antenna shops are local specialty shops sponsored by local governments throughout the country.

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Expat in Japan Interview – 10 questions to Ichigoichielove

December 12, 2018 By Jessica Iragne

My name is Lisa, I’m half Swedish and half American, but I grew up living a little bit of everywhere. I’ve been living in Tokyo for the past 7-8 years. I’m a senior editor at Tokyo Weekedender magazine.

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Arigato Japan Christmas Giveaway – Win a Food Tour in Japan!

December 7, 2018 By Jessica Iragne

It’s already the time sparkly time of year, the smell of the Christmas trees, the beautiful illuminations and of course the warming comfort food. To thank you all for this great year supporting us, the Arigato Japan team wants to offer you a 3-hour food tour for 2 in Tokyo!

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Ask Our Guides: Favorite Arigato Japan Food tour?

December 1, 2018 By Jessica Iragne

This month we asked our beloved, adventurous guides Taena, Mario and Gabi what are their favorite Arigato Japan food tours and why?

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Celebrate with Japanese New Year Foods

November 21, 2018 By Tina

New year traditions here are ancient and meant to bring health, wealth, and a renewed spirit. Preparations for the new year start off with a practice called Omisoka, where everyone lends a hand in cleaning the house and cooking traditional foods for the osechi ryori in the last few days of the old year.

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Katsuobushi: Fun Fish Flakes

November 7, 2018 By Tina

Have you heard of dashi? Or Bonito flakes? Both of these are born from Katsuobushi an essential ingredient used to create the infamous umami flavor in much of Japanese cuisine. Katsuobushi is dried and fermented skipjack tuna usually shaved into flakes. Like so many things in Japan, katsuobushi is deeply rooted in history, culture, and tradition.

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Ask Our Guides: Favorite Autumn food

November 3, 2018 By Jessica Iragne

Find the best advice from local experts! This month we asked our beloved, adventurous guides Jennifer, Haruka and Ryuichi what are their favorite Autumn foods and why?

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Expat in Japan Interview – 10 questions to Amelie Marie in Tokyo

October 23, 2018 By Jessica Iragne

From our Expat Series— “The first time I travelled to Japan was in 2007. Although I was familiar with the culture and the scenery thanks to Japanese animation, manga and generally speaking, thanks to Japanese pop culture, I must tell I was in shock during my first days in Tokyo! I come from a relatively small French town, so the vastness of Tokyo, the tall buildings, the super urban sceneries surprised me.”

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Expat in Japan Interview – 10 questions to Warmcheaptrips

September 24, 2018 By Jessica Iragne

Being an Expat Japan foreigner I have found that this is an amazing country also for its peculiar and sometimes crazy culture and rules. Visiting Japan is a trip among contrasts, opposite cultures and a lot of ancient habits. Don’t judge Japan or ask “why”, just take it as it comes!

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