Shigaraki Pottery Village & Tanuki
When you travel around Japan, you may notice cheerful tanuki statues standing at the entrance of restaurants, Read more about Shigaraki Pottery Village & Tanuki[…]
カテゴリー: Culture
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[…]
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[…]
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?![…]
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[…]
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[…]
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 ??–[…]
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[…]
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 ![…]