by Angelie | Last updated Jan 15, 2026 | Japan Cultural Experiences
We know how hard it is to plan a Kyoto itinerary. The city is so dense with world-class history and culture that you could spend a month here and still feel like you missed something. It is almost impossible to fit everything in. But when our clients ask us for that...
by Jessica | Last updated Mar 20, 2026 | Tokyo Experience Guides, Japan Pop Culture
PokéPark Kanto is easily one of the most anticipated openings of the year in Tokyo, with people planning entire trips around the experience. But what does a visit to PokéPark Kanto actually look like, and how do you even get tickets in the first place? In this post,...
by Jessica | Last updated 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 Jessica | Last updated Dec 27, 2025 | Winter in Japan, Celebrations & Holidays in Japan
Are you looking for New Year’s fireworks in Tokyo and…struggling? Don’t worry, it’s a rite of passage for Westerners spending the holidays in Japan to discover that things are done a little differently. New Year’s Eve is traditionally a time for family and temple...
by Angelie | Last updated Dec 23, 2025 | Japan Area Guide
Iwate is the second-largest prefecture in Japan, but in our experience, it is still one of the quietest. It covers a massive area, stretching from the Sanriku Coast in the east to the mountains in the west. When we send clients to Tohoku, they often watch Iwate blur...
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