by Jessica | Jan 8, 2026 | Japan Experience Guides, Celebrations & Holidays in Japan
Takayama is famous for many things: its scenic beauty, the amazing preserved historic buildings, and the nationally renowned Takayama Festival. Well, did you know these three things have something in common? You can experience them all at the Sakurayama Hachimangu...
by Angelie | Jan 6, 2026 | Japan Travel, Japan Transportation
So, you’re planning a trip to Japan and looking for a quick escape from the neon lights of Tokyo. You’ve probably heard of Hakone, the hot spring town with the pirate ships, the unique black eggs, and those elusive views of Mount Fuji. Most travellers head there...
by Angelie | Dec 23, 2025 | Japan Travel, Japan Nightlife, Tokyo Travel Guide
Japan is one of those places that never sits still. Just when you think you have seen the highlights, something completely new appears. While 2025 was defined by the massive World Expo in Osaka, 2026 is shifting focus. We are calling it the year of “New...
by Jessica | Dec 18, 2025 | Japan Experience Guides, Japanese Food & Drinks
Tsukiji and Nishiki are cool, but have you heard of Omicho Market in Kanazawa? It’s been around ever since the Edo Period, has close to 200 food stalls, and gives you the chance to try the very best foods and dishes that Kanazawa has to offer…all in one place. In my...
by Angelie | Dec 16, 2025 | Japan Area Guide, Japan Travel
When people are looking for that classic storybook image of Japan, they are probably picturing a thatched-roof village. Shirakawa-go in the Japanese Alps is usually the first name that comes up, and it is absolutely stunning. But it is also quite a trek from main...
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