by Jessica | Last updated Sep 9, 2025 | Japanese Culture & Language
One of the most distinct things about Japan is its incredible and unique culture. In many ways, Japanese culture differs hugely from Western norms and expectations, which can be both exciting and a little intimidating for first-time visitors. Of course, we can’t come...
by Laura | Last updated May 8, 2026 | Japan Experience Guides, Japan Cultural Experiences
Travel off the beaten path of Kyoto with an entertaining and educational visit to the Museum of Crafts and Design. Kyoto has long been the cultural heart of Japan. After a thousand years as the capital of Japan, centuries of tradition continue to shape modern life....
by Jessica | Last updated Sep 9, 2025 | Japan Travel
Welcome to one of the biggest questions you’ll face when planning a trip to Japan: Osaka vs Tokyo vs Kyoto. These three cities have quickly become known as the ‘Golden Route’, with tourists planning trips in order to hit all three cultural, historic, and shopping...
by Jessica | Last updated Sep 9, 2025 | Japan Area Guide, Japan Itinerary
Of course, a Nara area guide has to be all about the famous, majestic, and slightly cheeky Nara deer…but did you know how much more there is to Nara? From the thousand-year-old national treasure temples to tranquil gardens and incredible food experiences, Nara is one...
by Jessica | Last updated Sep 9, 2025 | Japan Travel, Japan by Season
As a Japanese travel agency, there’s one question we get asked again and again: what to wear in Japan? Knowing how to dress for each season is a question we get all the time…and with the wildly different temperatures, landscapes, and trends within this one country, we...
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