It is Christmas season all around the world — and also in Japan! Even though Japan is not traditionally a…
Claudia MitsuboriDecember 12, 2024
From very reasonably priced breakfasts and lunch time set meals to blockbuster gut-busting dinners, family restaurants are generally brilliant and…
Paul McInnesNovember 8, 2024
In hindsight, the timing couldn't have been more perfect. Having spent most of the prior week attempting to outmaneuver one…
Todd FongNovember 4, 2024
When thinking about Halloween in Japan, the first thing that comes to mind is usually the colorful and sometimes spooky…
Claudia MitsuboriOctober 10, 2024
I spent much of my time in Britain, in the latter half of the 1990s, hoisting kegs of real ale…
Richard Koyama-DanielsOctober 8, 2024
You are taking a Shinkansen 新幹線 or bullet train, as it's known overseas, in Japan and spending time inside the…
Maria PeñascalAugust 20, 2024
Two women kneel to one side of the stage in front of what appears to be an ancient painting of…
Cassandra LordAugust 8, 2024
Japanese society, it could be said, really immerses itself in the changing seasons. From Shintoism and Buddhism, the main religions…
Maria PeñascalJune 28, 2024
Following the proverb "When in Rome, do as the Romans do" when I came to Japan for the first time,…
Maria PeñascalJune 21, 2024
On arriving in Japan a decade ago, one of my early purchases was a photo book documenting kakigori かき氷, the…
Todd FongJune 20, 2024
Uncover the secrets behind Japan's vast array of vending machines, from convenience and safety to cultural customs.
Maria PeñascalJune 13, 2024
A brief history of Japanese cheesecake, including its various types, recommended locations to enjoy it in Japan, and instructions for…
Claudia MitsuboriJune 10, 2024
Japanese bakeries are a beloved part of the country's culinary culture. Learn why they are so popular & breads to…
Stefania Da PontJune 4, 2024
Venture into the dense forest mountains of Akita (秋田) prefecture in northeast Japan, and peek under the surface of its…
Cherise FongMarch 27, 2024
Explore Usuki, Japan's UNESCO City of Gastronomy with preserved ginger treats and cuisine once dined on by the samurai!
Mika CunninghamMarch 13, 2024
I first visited Hamamatsu in the Spring of 2021. Before that, my only knowledge of the city was a blur…
Todd FongMarch 12, 2024
Water is the beginning of life, and there’s one place in Yamanashi prefecture where it flows from the holiest of…
Toshiko SakuraiMarch 29, 2023
Sustainable tourism, societal impact, and culture and legacy preservation are crucial aspects of modern travel. As we explore new destinations…
Toshiko SakuraiMarch 16, 2023
Whether you're a foodie, a photographer, or simply looking for an authentic cultural experience, the arcades of Okinawa should not…
Don KennedyMarch 14, 2023
From the sea to the mountains, Fukushima Prefecture offers an exciting range of landscapes, offering its own varied gastronomical flavors.…
Cherise FongMarch 8, 2023
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
Hamamatsu is located in the western part of Shizuoka Prefecture. In addition to its abundant nature and breathtaking sceneries, it…
Lucia TsujiguchiMarch 31, 2022
If a visit to Japan in winter has escaped your radar until now, cozying up in local restaurants as you…
Mika CunninghamMarch 29, 2022
There’s hardly a traveler to Japan who hasn’t thought about, read, or traveled to Kyoto’s cultural capital or Hyogo’s Himeji…
Mika CunninghamMarch 29, 2022
Japan is a country of contrasts. From the snow and low temperatures in Hokkaido to the turquoise waters and tropical…
Lucia TsujiguchiMarch 22, 2022
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
For Tokyoites born during the Edo Period, all they knew was peace. The warring period of competing samurai clans had…
Don KennedyMarch 9, 2022
