The holidays are coming soon, and for many people, that means visiting family, or even perhaps taking a vacation. Like they say, the journey is just as important as the...
For those of us in the northern hemisphere, winter means cold temps and probably lots of snow. And when it comes to winter in northern Japan, the season almost always...
There’s no doubt about it: if you’re headed to Japan, you’re going to see matcha no matter where you go, all the way from Sapporo to Nagasaki. The Japanese and...
While it’s not considered peak-tourism time, traveling to Japan in September could actually offer better experiences. Since there will likely be less crowds and cheaper travel costs, you’ll be able...
No trip to Japan is complete without bringing home a carry-on’s worth of authentic souvenirs for yourself and your friends back home. The Japanese people are masters of gift-giving, perfecting...
Known for beautiful animation and enchanting tales, Studio Ghibli has brought us some amazing movies over the years. Ghibli films take us to other worlds, spanning from the sky to...
Summer is a time for vacations, for finding your balance between adventuring and relaxing. In Tokyo, Japan, summer is a time for festivals, to honor traditions and culture with dancing,...
If there’s one thing to know about summer in Japan, it’s that it can get really, really hot. With summer festival season right around the corner in Japan, it’s important...
Anyone can Google, "Must see places in Japan," but we want to lead you off the beaten path. Leave the tourists behind and see more of the incredible experiences Japan...
It’s no secret that Japan has a rich and exquisite food culture. Whether imported or natively developed, the Japanese strive for culinary perfection and innovation. Each region even has its...
Let’s Get Matsuri In Here When one hears “tradition” they can’t help but feel a sense of stiffness and monotony. Traditions don’t always have to be outdated though, and can...
Work Hard, Play Hard The Japanese are known to be incredibly hard workers. They even have a phrase to describe death by overwork: karōshi (過労死). However, working in Japan has...
