Japanese Language and Culture are gaining popularity across the world. Through Manga, Anime, Music and Film, the world now knows more about Japanese Food, Etiquette and Japan’s Heritage. Japanese Art, Fashion and Architecture are also highly regarded. Hello Kitty, Pokemon, Ninja, Samurai, Sushi are just some of the things people associate with Japan.
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The Jewel of Shonan: Winter Illumination Paradise of Enoshima
After a whole day walking around Enoshima, I was exhausted. The sun was setting and the chill was rising, but I was still waiting for the main attraction of the day, The Jewel Of Shonan, the famous illumination of Enoshima. Many of my friends visited…
Ojika Island: Exploring Authentic Japan Off the Beaten Track
Japan is made up of 4 main islands, with a heritage, culture, and gastronomy that brings millions of visitors every year. Fascinating Japan is full of many hidden gems. The island of Ojika, in Nagasaki Prefecture not far off the coast of Kyushu, is one…
Staying in a Kominka, a Traditional Japanese House on Ojika Island
After trekking on abandoned Nozaki Island, we return to Ojika island for a stay in a traditional Japanese house. This island in Nagasaki Prefecture which is 5 hours by boat from Fukuoka has an incredible charm. Special mention to the locals who are very welcoming.…
Peach Blossoms – Japan’s Other Spring Flower Blossoms
Ah, Spring! Sometimes it feels like the eyes of the world are waiting on the first signs of Spring in Japan, when bare naked cherry trees around the country are suddenly clothed in puffy clouds of pink and white. Yes, cherry blossoms are the most…
Western Japan on a Budget: Explore Matsue Castle and a Yokai Manga Town Near Hiroshima
Sponsored by Chugoku Region Tourism Promotion Association / Chugoku District Transport Bureau We’ve already discussed in a previous article how easy and inexpensive it is to reach Matsue by bus from Hiroshima; now let’s talk about how easy it is to get around Matsue. With…
Culinary Excellence in Fukuoka, Kyushu’s Largest City
Sponsored by Kyushu District Transport Bureau From 100 yen snacks at street stalls to the highest concentration of Michelin stars in the world, Japan truly is a culinary powerhouse with delicious food to be had across an incredibly wide price range. When visiting this country,…
Luxury Lodging and Must-Visit Culinary Destinations in Kyushu
Sponsored by Kyushu District Transport Bureau Japan’s southernmost main island of Kyushu was once the center for Japanese civilization and has an endless amount of historical treasures, beautiful coastlines, and natural beauty to discover. In addition to all there is to see and do here,…
Kyushu’s Culinary Secrets: Exploring the Essentials of Japanese Cuisine in Fukuoka Prefecture
Sponsored by Kyushu District Transport Bureau Japan’s mountainous landscape is made up of rich, volcanic soil which, combined with innovation and heritage, has given birth to some of the finest products in the country. The climate is mild and benefits from warm sea breezes, so…
Cultural and Culinary Fusion in Nagasaki
Sponsored by Kyushu District Transport Bureau At the height of the Fall season, I recently had the pleasure of visiting the beautiful southern port city of Nagasaki for two days of culinary and historical exploration. Nagasaki served as the sole gateway between the Western world…
Discover Saga Prefecture’s World of Ceramics and Heritage
Sponsored by Kyushu District Transport Bureau Kyushu is renowned for being a real mix of cultures. Situated just 800km from China, it’s the closest point in Japan to the Asian mainland and home to Nagasaki, a historic port city that was once a crucial link…