Everything you Need to Know Before Climbing Mount Fuji
Mount Fuji is possibly the most iconic symbol of Japan beloved by tourists and many dream of reaching the summit in order to see the sunrise.
Elena Galindo
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Articles by Elena Galindo
Numazu Aquarium: Discover the World’s Most Bizarre Creatures
[caption id="attachment_11081" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Numazu Deepsea Aquarium and Coelacanth Museum (Numazu, Shizuoka Prefecture)[/caption] Monstrous spider crabs with leg spans of up to 3.8 meters. Sharks with long, spiked snouts that resemble chain saws. Are these creatures from your nightmares? Not...
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Tea Picking in Japan’s Green Tea Capital!
If you love drinking green tea, why not try picking your own? And what better place to do so than in Shizuoka, the epicenter of green tea? You can experience tea picking in a luscious countryside setting for only 800 yen between the months of April and October at Greenpia, the green tea utopia!
The Legend of the White Dog, Shippei Taro
Many know of the famous Japanese dog Hachi whose story of relentless loyalty resonates in the hearts of Japanese people. A statue of Hachi located right outside of Shibuya Station in Tokyo is a destination for millions of tourists and...
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Recipe: Nikujaga, Japanese Potato and Beef Stew
Nothing says comfort food quite like Nikujaga (肉じゃが). Literally meaning “meat and potatoes”, nikujaga is an easy to prepare, inexpensive, and hearty dish. It consists of a light potato stew enhanced with meat, onions, shirataki noodles, and a variety...
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Hamamatsu Gyoza, Japan’s best dumplings with recipe
You no longer have to go to Hamamatsu to enjoy amazing Gyoza dumplings, with this recipe they are surprisingly easy to make at home.
Become a Pokemon professor at a real-life Pokemon lab
Become a Pokemon professor at a real-life Pokemon lab! This interactive exhibition at Nagoya Science Museum is a must for any Pokemon fan.
Hakone Open-Air Museum – Art and nature in harmony
Located amongst the lush green mountains of Hakone, Kanagawa prefecture, the Hakone Open-Air Museum is recommended to all lovers of art and nature.
Mt. Fuji’s Shiraito and Otodome Waterfalls
Experience the loud rush of Mt Fuji’s melted snow at the Shiraito and Otodome Waterfalls.
Shizuoka-style Oden: The dark horse of the oden world
Oden: one of Japan’s favorite wintertime comfort foods. Shizuoka offers a unique oden experience that foodies will love.
Japanese Crafts – amongst Shizuoka’s Mountains
Enjoy outdoor sports and learning traditional Japanese crafts in this expansive facility, peacefully nestled amongst Shizuoka’s green mountains and forests.
Strawberry Picking in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka
Strawberry picking is a beloved wintertime activity in Japan. Gorgeous and delicious strawberries are in abundance in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka prefecture.
Nakatajima Sand Dunes
Nature lovers, let your worries go with a visit to the Nakatajima Sand Dunes, one of the top three sand dune areas of Japan.
Hug Coffee: where art and artisanal coffee meet
For some of the best brews in Shizuoka, look no further than Hug Coffee! With their Portland-inspired coffee, Shizuoka’s three locations are still unique.
Review: PARK/ING PUBLIC café/bar
Looking for a nice café or bar can sometimes be strenuous, but coming across a hidden gem beloved by locals is such a satisfying experience.
Kakegawa Kachoen: Shizuoka’s very own flower and bird park
Kakegawa Kachoen offers visitors the rare opportunity to see and interact with a variety of birds from around the world.
Five must try Shizuoka specialities!
Shizuoka prefecture may not be the first prefecture on your foodie list, but it should surely be as it boasts delectable specialties,you don’t want to miss out!
