Noboribetsu Onsen (登別温泉) is a famous hot spring town located just a couple of hours from Sapporo (札幌). And for me,…
Kylie PlesterOctober 5, 2020
When you think about homemade food in Japan, I'm sure that onigiri (おにぎり) will come to your mind. Although it…
Jo. HernándezSeptember 28, 2020
Generally, when I think of Japan, images of stunning temples and shrines, the majestic scenery of Mt Fuji, the sound…
Lia YewSeptember 26, 2020
Sometimes, coincidences give you incredible opportunities to visit a place you wouldn't have otherwise. My visit to Akabane (赤羽) was a matter…
Maria PeñascalSeptember 25, 2020
Christmas is a ubiquitous, worldwide holiday officially celebrated in 160 countries across the globe. From Colombia to Romania, Malta to…
Richard MilnerSeptember 24, 2020
Collecting anime figures, also known as statues or figurines, can come across as a daunting hobby. For quite some time,…
Joseph WentzSeptember 22, 2020
Everyone has something that made them fall in love with Japan. For me, it was my love of kimono and sushi.…
Lia YewSeptember 21, 2020
Studio Ghibli, the renowned Japanese animation studio responsible for landmark films such as My Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, and Spirited…
Joseph WentzSeptember 19, 2020
Tokyo is a city of high-rise buildings on an immense scale. The height of some buildings needs to be seen…
Fabienne CheneSeptember 18, 2020
The Japanese seasonal change isn't just noticeable in the change in temperature or the number of clothing layers you have…
Toshiko SakuraiSeptember 15, 2020
Japanese gardens are designed to be contemplated, like true works of art. They offer a glimpse into nature and are…
Youmna JomaaSeptember 14, 2020
Japanese traditions contain numerous customs and rituals that may seem unusual to Westerners. However, these customs make sense when one…
Yvonne TanakaSeptember 12, 2020
Gomennasai (ごめんなさい) is perhaps one of the first words that you will learn when you become interested in the Japanese language.…
Jo. HernándezSeptember 10, 2020
One of my favourite prefectures to explore for weekends away from Tokyo’s city lights is Shizuoka (静岡県). A quick Shinkansen…
Lia YewSeptember 9, 2020
Addressing someone in Japanese is a bit complicated, as honorific titles or suffixes will have to be used accordingly and…
VoyaponSeptember 5, 2020
Heatstroke, which is a medical emergency condition caused by failure of the body to regulate its temperature, is common in…
Nina CataldoSeptember 4, 2020
Know what to expect, things you may want to avoid, and tips on how to help overcome the culture shock…
Todd FongSeptember 2, 2020
In the minds of many people considering a trip to Japan, one of the iconic images of this beautiful country…
Todd FongSeptember 1, 2020
Steel Dragon 2000 in Kuwana, Mie Prefecture, is the longest roller coaster in the world and a draw for adrenaline…
Ratih PermanaAugust 31, 2020
Japan's infamous Aokigahara "suicide forest" is a great place for a tranquil hike through nature, as well as for those…
Vicky TaylorAugust 31, 2020
As the most expensive part of a vacation, accommodations tend to take up most of your budget when you plan…
Virginia GonzálezAugust 31, 2020
Located just one stop from Shibuya station and two from Shinjuku station, lies the Koenji Underground District of Shimokitazawa (下北沢). It’s a…
Marion PontAugust 31, 2020
A guide to all things miso; How to eat it, where to get it, and how to make it.
Alix SmithAugust 30, 2020
Close your eyes and imagine a path in the middle of a mountain, surrounded by trees of red, ocher and…
Lucia TsujiguchiAugust 30, 2020
For those who don't feel like eating raw fish, Japanese cuisine has a wide variety of delicious alternatives. Yakiniku (焼肉)…
Jo. HernándezAugust 29, 2020
All across the world, landscapes change with the seasons. But few countries get as excited about these changes in nature…
Marion PontAugust 28, 2020
When exploring Kyoto, Japan's cultural capital, a trip to Arashiyama (嵐山) is part of every traveler's bucket list. Located in…
Luca DenserAugust 27, 2020
