Types of Bento Boxes in Japan: How to Choose Yours
Japan has a rich bento culture. A bento is a Japanese-style packed meal, often carefully arranged with rice an Read more about Types of Bento Boxes in Japan: How to Choose Yours[…]
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A tourist guide, showing everywhere in Japan. Guide hundreds of people from all over the world every year. Born in Osaka, lived in Australia and Sweden. Traveled in more than 50 countries.
How Much English Actually Works in Japan when traveling ?
Short answer: Yes — English works in Japan. Yes — English actually works in Japan more than most people expect Read more about How Much English Actually Works in Japan when traveling ?[…]
Shrine Animals to See in Kansai and what they mean
When visiting shrines in Japan, you’ll often notice animals like foxes, deer, or even rabbits. These aren’t ju Read more about Shrine Animals to See in Kansai and what they mean[…]
Sakai Knives : History and Craftsmanship in Osaka
Just south of Osaka City lies Sakai, a city renowned for producing some of Japan’s finest kitchen knives. For Read more about Sakai Knives : History and Craftsmanship in Osaka[…]
Shodoshima : 3-day Slow Travel Itinerary
Shodoshima is one of the most peaceful island escapes you can take from Osaka, Kyoto and Kobe. Known for its o Read more about Shodoshima : 3-day Slow Travel Itinerary[…]
Japan’s Sashimi Culture: You Eat That Raw?!
Many travelers are already familiar with tuna, salmon, and a few other popular types of sashimi. But the range Read more about Japan’s Sashimi Culture: You Eat That Raw?![…]
Things to Do in Osaka on a Rainy Day
Osaka’s Rainy Seasons: What You Should Know Rain can happen any time of year in Osaka—there is no completely d Read more about Things to Do in Osaka on a Rainy Day[…]
Experience Sake Brewing in Kyoto in winter
Visiting Kyoto in winter offers a unique opportunity to experience Japan’s traditional sake culture. Ky Read more about Experience Sake Brewing in Kyoto in winter[…]
Winter Family Trip to Nagahama
A Small Historical Town Near Lake Biwa, Easy to Visit from Kyoto and Osaka Nagahama is a small historic Read more about Winter Family Trip to Nagahama[…]
Onsen & Ryokan Etiquette in Japan: FAQs
Japan is famous for its hot springs (onsen) and traditional inns (ryokan). Visiting these places is a unique a Read more about Onsen & Ryokan Etiquette in Japan: FAQs[…]
A 1-Night Family Trip Itinerary to Arima Onsen
Arima Onsen is one of Japan’s oldest and most famous hot spring towns, just about an hour from Osaka or Kyoto. Read more about A 1-Night Family Trip Itinerary to Arima Onsen[…]
Kintsugi: How I Turned a Broken Tea Bowl into a Beautiful Work of Art
I’ll never forget the day I accidentally broke the tea bowl my tea teacher had given me. It was a small, delic Read more about Kintsugi: How I Turned a Broken Tea Bowl into a Beautiful Work of Art[…]
Osaka’s Toka Ebisu Festival: Lucky Bamboo, Fukusasa & Prosperity Traditions
Every January, the Kansai region—including Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe—comes alive with the festive energy of Toka Read more about Osaka’s Toka Ebisu Festival: Lucky Bamboo, Fukusasa & Prosperity Traditions[…]
The Ultimate Guide to Suica, ICOCA, and PASMO: Japan’s Must-Have IC Cards for Travelers
If you’re traveling in Japan, you’ll be using a train or bus at some point. That’s where IC cards like Suica, Read more about The Ultimate Guide to Suica, ICOCA, and PASMO: Japan’s Must-Have IC Cards for Travelers[…]
Local fruits in Osaka
Trying local fruits is something you must do when you travel in other countries. Even though you might have a Read more about Local fruits in Osaka[…]
Moon Festival in Japan — Rabbit on the moon ??–
When traveling in Japan in September, you will see many pictures and decoration of rabbits, the moon, dango (d Read more about Moon Festival in Japan — Rabbit on the moon ??–[…]
How to go to Kansai Airport from Umeda /2026
If you want to fly out from Kansai area such as Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, etc, Kansai Airport is the only internatio Read more about How to go to Kansai Airport from Umeda /2026[…]
How to go to Namba from Kansai Airport ~What’s the best transportation~??
Kansai Airport is the gateway of Kansai area / West Japan. Start with Osaka, then off to Kyoto, Nara, Kobe, W Read more about How to go to Namba from Kansai Airport ~What’s the best transportation~??[…]
ICOCA / SUICA – a must have IC Card in Japan
ICOCA is a handy railway IC card issued by JR West. People could use it only for the JR line before, but these Read more about ICOCA / SUICA – a must have IC Card in Japan[…]
Mt. Kongo, Hiking in Osaka
Osaka is a big city where millions of people live and come to work and the downtown area is busy until the m Read more about Mt. Kongo, Hiking in Osaka[…]
How to Get from Namba to Kansai Airport 2026
If you’re leaving the Kansai region—whether from Osaka, Kyoto, or Kobe—your international flight will most lik Read more about How to Get from Namba to Kansai Airport 2026[…]
How to go to Umeda from Kansai Airport ~What’s the best transportation~??
Kansai Airport is the gateway of Kansai area / West Japan. Start with Osaka, then off to Kyoto, Nara, Kobe, W Read more about How to go to Umeda from Kansai Airport ~What’s the best transportation~??[…]
OSAKA 1 DAY METRO PASS & OSAKA AMAZING PASS – Who Gets a Great Deal ??
Nowadays travel agencies and tourist information offer various kinds of railway passes when you travel in Japa Read more about OSAKA 1 DAY METRO PASS & OSAKA AMAZING PASS – Who Gets a Great Deal ??[…]
5 Essential Phrases for Japanese Izakaya
5 Essential Phrases for Japanese Izakaya If you have plans – or hopes! – to visit Japan, a brilliant wa Read more about 5 Essential Phrases for Japanese Izakaya[…]
Useful Japanese phrases for travelers
When you travel in another country, speaking a few phrases in their language should help a lot to get around t Read more about Useful Japanese phrases for travelers[…]
Mt. Katsuragi ~ Pampas grass mountain beside Osaka
Autumn is one of the best seasons to travel in Japan as the weather is mild and the autumn leaves are coloring Read more about Mt. Katsuragi ~ Pampas grass mountain beside Osaka[…]
Tamba-Sasayama Town of Edamame / Kuromame
If you have been to Japan or even a Japanese restaurant in your country, you have probably tried edamame bean Read more about Tamba-Sasayama Town of Edamame / Kuromame[…]
Iriomote Island : Paradise of nature and creatures
Okinawa is a famous tropical islands in japan, each of which has a different feature. And some of you would li Read more about Iriomote Island : Paradise of nature and creatures[…]
Nodate : Enjoy Easy Tea Ceremony Picnic !
What’s Nodate ?? When you hear word “tea ceremony”, you maybe think it’s something sol Read more about Nodate : Enjoy Easy Tea Ceremony Picnic ![…]
Where to eat for vegetarian / vegan in Osaka ??
Japan is famous for its culinary culture and it seems Japan has a various type of food and you have a plenty Read more about Where to eat for vegetarian / vegan in Osaka ??[…]