Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka are amazing, no question about that. They’re vibrant, iconic, and packed with everything people imagine when they think of Japan, from neon-lit streets to historic temples and incredible food. But here’s the thing: Japan has so much more to offer beyond these […]
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Can you believe it? Arigato Travel is turning 10! A whole decade of wandering hidden alleyways, tasting unforgettable flavors, meeting incredible locals, and sharing the magic of Japan with curious travelers from around the world. Honestly, it’s been a delicious, beautiful, and heartwarming journey, and we […]
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The relentless influx of tourists means that popular destinations like Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka are getting noticeably more crowded as the day goes by. More importantly, sticking strictly to an itinerary focused on these three major hubs means easily bypassing the locations that were absolutely central […]
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When you think of samurai, you might picture epic battles and legendary warlords. But where did these figures live, train, and build their legacies? Look no further than Shiga Prefecture, a land steeped in the history of Japan’s warrior class. Its strategic location made it the […]
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When you gaze at Lake Biwa (琵琶湖), Japan’s deepest and one of its oldest lakes, you might first see the restless surface of water, or the graceful silhouette of a torii gate reflected at dawn. But beneath that beauty lies a stirring legacy: centuries in which […]
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One of the main draws of visiting Japan has always been experiencing its rich history. Given the fact that the one-of-a-kind tradition unique to this incredible country is especially visible in the Kansai region, cities like Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara are often the top destinations for […]
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Shiga is a Japanese prefecture that sits between Kyoto and Nagoya and is easily accessible by Shinkansen from any of the major cities in Japan. It’s mostly known for Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan and a popular outdoor recreation travel destination. But it is […]
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Our team had the opportunity to travel to the Lake Biwa area and, with no surprise, the scenery was breathtaking, BUT not only that. The food was also amazing… which is for us, as foodies, the best part of traveling around Japan. Today we’re going to […]
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Today, we’re happy to introduce you to Yoshiko san, a ceramic artist from a wonderful pottery family in Shigaraki, a local town in Shiga Prefecture, famous for its ceramic art for many centuries. Shigaraki, as one of Japan’s Six Ancient Kilns, is one of the oldest […]
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Today, we’re excited to introduce you to Jennifer Onishi, an amazing guide in the Kyoto/Shiga area of Japan. We went on one of her incredible tours in the great city of Ōtsu and had a wonderful time. She just joined our team and we’d love to […]
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