FeaturedKansaiSightseeingThings to Know Sakura in Osaka: Where are the Best Places to Enjoy Cherry Blossoms in 2024? There's no denying that, geographically, Osaka prefecture is surrounded by some of the most popular destinations for enjoying the spectacular…Lucia TsujiguchiFebruary 27, 2024
ChubuKansaiKantoSponsoredThings to Know Japan’s “New Golden Route” Transforms to “Rainbow Route” with a New Addition in Spring 2024 The image of the Shinkansen, Japan's high-speed train, is iconic for travelers worldwide. Its sleek facade is instantly recognizable, and…Todd FongFebruary 22, 2024
Things to Know What You Should Know about the Japan Rail Pass The Japan Rail (JR) Pass is one of the most coveted tools in the Japan traveler's toolbox, but it is…Todd FongFebruary 6, 2024
CultureFeaturedThings to Know Horimono: The History of Traditional Japanese Tattoos Horimono (彫物) is a little-known term to the rest of the tattoo world but is one of the most used…GaëlFebruary 3, 2024
KantoSponsoredThings to Know How Innovation & Creativity are Making Yokohama One of the Most Desirable Cities to Live in Japan Yokohama (横浜) is a global city of about 3.77 million people, with opportunities for businesses, academics, and individuals. The city…Taeko Shiota AbuzaMarch 31, 2023
FoodThings to Know Beer in Japan: Everything You Need to Know about Japanese Beers Here's what you need to know about Japan's beer history, culture, the most popular, where to find craft beer &…James DaviesNovember 24, 2022
Things to Know What Are the Capitals of Japan? Spain – Madrid, France – Paris, United Kingdom – London… How about the capital of Japan? While many may know…Maria PeñascalOctober 20, 2022
CultureEventsThings to Know Anime, Manga, and Video Games: The Otaku Events You Shouldn’t Miss in Japan Are you an anime, manga, cosplay or video game lover? Here are the top otaku cultural events you have to…Anna ToccoliSeptember 14, 2022
ActivitiesKyushuThings to Know The Mighty Mount Aso: How to Hike to Japan’s Largest Active Volcano Here are the best hikes to take at Mount Aso, the largest active volcano in Japan.Burcu BasarSeptember 9, 2022
Things to Know Can You Travel in Japan if You Have a Tattoo? Have a tattoo and want to visit Japan? Fear not! Here's a guide to visiting Japan when you have tattoos…GaëlAugust 31, 2022
CultureThings to Know Chado: Where All Forms of Japanese Art Meet My introduction to the world of Japanese tea ceremony (茶道, chado) took place during my first visit to Japan in 2016. Everywhere…Natalie LeonAugust 22, 2022
CultureThings to Know How to Say Happy Birthday in Japanese In Japan, as well as in many other countries, birthdays are a reason for celebration. But has it always been…Chiara CampanileAugust 18, 2022
FeaturedPop CultureThings to Know The VTuber Phenomenon: The Virtual Streamers Who Conquered Japan (and the World) It's not rare for Japanese subcultures to expand overseas and then explode in the West. Manga, anime, and video games…Anna ToccoliAugust 9, 2022
Pop CultureThings to Know The History of Hatsune Miku: From Vocaloid Voice Synthesizer to International Pop Icon It was 2014 when a young pop star with long, turquoise twintails opened U.S. artist Lady Gaga's ArtRave: The Artpop…Anna ToccoliJuly 29, 2022
CultureThings to Know Seasons in Japan: What are they and when is the best time to visit Japan? What is the climate like in Japan? What temperatures should you expect when traveling in different seasons? And what is…Daniela TravagliniJuly 26, 2022
Things to Know The Tale of Sasaki Sadako and the Legend of the Thousand Paper Cranes in Japan When discussing Japan and the Second World War, one inevitably thinks of the kamikaze, Pearl Harbor, or the atomic bombs…ManonJuly 14, 2022
Things to Know Where and How to Travel by Camper Van in Japan? When you think of Japan, you might picture Mt Fuji, temples and shrines, sushi, and countless other cultural and gastronomical…Maria PeñascalMay 30, 2022
Things to Know How Do I Get an Internship in Japan? In most cases, an internship is an essential part of studies or training. So-called mandatory internships are intended to help…YvonneMay 16, 2022
Things to Know How To Rent A House or Apartment In Japan: A Comprehensive Guide To Real Estate Agencies & How Much it Costs So you've decided, perhaps to study Japanese or work, to take the plunge and move to Japan. If there is one thing…Anna ToccoliMay 13, 2022
Things to Know Plastic Culture in Japan: Challenges, Selective Sorting, and New Recycling Management Solutions Japan is a country of consumption. Commercial solicitations are everywhere, in supermarkets, shopping centers (depato, デパート) and konbini (コンビニ), and…Marie BorgersMay 6, 2022
ActivitiesKansaiSightseeingThings to Know Meet Nara Park’s Bowing Deer and Other Historical Monuments You Shouldn’t Miss Located a few kilometres from Kyoto and Osaka, Nara (奈良市) is one of the historical capitals of Japan. Numerous Buddhist…Joachim DucosMay 2, 2022
Things to Know How to write a Japanese postal address correctly? If you have friends or relatives in Japan, you might have tried to send a letter or a parcel abroad.…ManonApril 30, 2022
Things to Know National Holidays in Japan: When are they and when is the best time for me to visit Japan? One of the most common stereotypes we have of Japan is that Japanese people work all the time and have…Daniela TravagliniApril 26, 2022
Things to Know What is the Minimum Wage in Japan? In Japan, wage policies and minimum wage are decided at both government and local levels. In recent years, we've seen…Marie BorgersApril 25, 2022
AccommodationThings to Know What is a Ryokan? Discover this Traditional Japanese Accommodation Experiencing an authentic aspect of traditional Japan is a dream come true for any fan of Japanese culture. While traveling…Maria PeñascalApril 5, 2022
FoodShoppingThings to Know Starbucks in Japan: Why They Are So Popular and Why You Should Visit Starbucks is, without a doubt, a beloved Japanese institution. In a couple of short decades since the global coffee chain’s…Richard MilnerMarch 16, 2022
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