Hiei: a spiritual mountain and home to Enryaku-ji temple
Enryakuji temple, located on top of a mountain, is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The mountain also offers breathtaking views from the summit.
Connor Lawless
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Articles by Connor Lawless
Who is Momotaro? Find out in the Momotaro Karakuri Museum
This museum in Okayama features the hero Momotaro, one of Japan’s favorite protagonists from a popular fairy tale, and also trick art you do not want to miss!
Kibichuo: what is life in the countryside like?
The countryside of Okayama offers lush landscapes, a festival for all any occasion, and a serene lifestyle that comes with exciting wildlife.
Kurashiki – How About a Walk by the Romantic Canal?
The beautiful river-port town Kurashiki boasts of a romantic canal, traditional Japanese architecture, and a sublime shrine and a picturesque market.
The Wonders of Miyajima, Hiroshima
Miyajima, home to a “floating” torii gate, is also famous for the Itsukushima shrine and the numerous deer found everywhere on the island.
Shopping in Japan: Exploring the arcades
Japan has many different places where you can go shopping, but exploring arcades is a unique aspect of the Japanese shopping experience.
Fashion Shopping in Japan: Things to know
There is a certain refined quality to Japanese street fashion, despite the fact that it is very similar to its western counterparts. Why is it different?
Rabbit Island: Take a trip to Okunoshima!
Japan is famous for its interesting relationship with animals. One such example is the amazing experience that is Rabbit Island!
The Best Way to Spend Each Season in Japan
“In Japan, we have four seasons.” This is something I am told very often by my Japanese friends and acquaintances. For a very long time, it seemed like a very strange thing to tell me, as seasons are a natural...
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Grocery Shopping in Kansai
Break your bread at bargain prices! Discover the best in your grocery store options for your next visit to Kansai, Japan.
How to Order Using a Ticket Vending Machine
From ramen to udon noodles, from rice bowl to curry; a hearty meal is simply a ticket away in Japan.
Japan’s favorite Chocolate for the Winter
Japan sets the (chocolate) bar high with Winter’s festive seasonal array.
A chip out of Japan
Sweet as cake or with the savory pinch of lobster, pop in for some Japanese chips.
Japanese Desserts and Sweets: The Main difference from Western Sweets
Discover the difference between Japanese “Wagashi” sweets and western treats. Whatever the grain, whether wheat or rice, sweets of any flavor are quite nice.
