If you’ve ever found yourself mesmerised by the flowing lines of a kimono, its delicate patterns, or the centuries of craftsmanship stitched into every fold — welcome, you’re among fellow...
Japan Culuture & Language
Dive into the heart of Japanese culture. These blogs cover everything from ancient traditions to pop culture and language learning.
Don’t Do These in Japan: Common Tourist Mistakes to Avoid
Japan’s one of the most exciting places you can visit right now—and a big part of that is how different it feels from pretty much anywhere else. It’s modern, traditional, super high-tech, incredibly...
28 Surprising Things About Japan That Shock Travellers
As a travel agency based here in Japan, we get a front-row seat to all the little things that blow visitors' minds — and it’s honestly one of our favourite parts of the job. No matter how much Japan...
DON’T Do These in Japan: 40 Travel Mistakes to Avoid
Booked your flight to Japan? Yaaas, exciting stuff. Before you dive headfirst into sushi cravings and geeking out over anime spots, let’s talk through a few things that could mess with your trip...
May in Japan: Warmer Days, Late Blooms & Golden Week Fun
May in Japan is when spring really settles in. The cherry blossoms have mostly faded in the big cities, but if you head north or into higher areas, you can still catch some of those soft pink petals...
5 Exciting Tokyo Spring Festivals 2025 (Late April – May)
Just getting over the sakura blues? Same. The cherry blossoms came and went in a dreamy blur of pink petals and photo ops—and if you’re anything like me, you’re probably wondering what else spring...
Were Ninjas Real? The True History of Japan’s Shinobi
As someone who's watched far too many anime, samurai flicks, and even Hollywood blockbusters, I’ve always been utterly fascinated by the concept of ninjas. The silent assassins who move like...
A Foreigner’s Complete Guide to Noh: Japan’s Traditional Theatre of Elegance and Mystery
Noh is one of Japan's oldest and most respected forms of theatre, blending drama, music, and dance in a graceful, time-honoured way. It’s rooted in deep traditions and spiritual ideas, with its...
Types of Sakura: 5 of Japan’s Prettiest Cherry Blossoms
If you're anything like me, the idea of cherry blossoms (or sakura in Japanese) has probably been a long-time fantasy. Growing up with anime, I used to picture sakura as these delicate pink clouds...
Kendo: Foreigner’s Complete Guide to Japan’s Martial Art
Kendo is a martial art that combines physical skill, mental focus, and long-standing Japanese traditions. For hundreds of years, it has fascinated both participants and onlookers with its fast-paced...
Japanese Shrines: A Foreigner’s Guide to Understanding Shinto Culture and Customs
Living in Japan has been full of surprises, and one of the things that really caught my attention was the number of beautiful Japanese shrines all over the country. At first, I just admired them for...
Exploring Akihabara: Living the Ultimate Otaku Dream in 2025
Moving to Japan felt like stepping into one of my favourite anime series. And where else would a true otaku like me feel most at home than Akihabara? For anime and gaming fans, Akihabara is...
Love Hotels: 6 Surprising Reasons for a Stay
Love hotels, a unique concept primarily popular in Japan and other parts of Asia, have been gradually gaining attention worldwide. Traditionally, these establishments are known for providing couples...
Guide to Kabuki: Learn About Japan’s Traditional Theatre
Kabuki theatre, a cornerstone of Japanese performing arts, offers a mesmerising blend of drama, dance, and music that has enthralled audiences for centuries. Steeped in tradition yet continually...
A Foreigner’s Complete Guide to Sumo Wrestling
Sumo wrestling, a sport deeply embedded in Japanese culture, offers a unique and thrilling experience for travellers. This ancient martial art, with its dramatic clashes and ceremonial rituals,...