by Angelie | Jan 13, 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 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 Jessica | Dec 27, 2025 | Winter in Japan, Celebrations & Holidays in Japan
Did you know that Sapporo isn’t your only option when it comes to Japanese snow festivals? Believe it or not, but between December and March, there are places in Japan that get some of the deepest snowfall out of all the cities in the world. So, it’s no surprise that...
by Jessica | Dec 25, 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 | Dec 24, 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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