Have you ever dreamed of traveling to Kyoto? The shrines, the temples, the tea and snacks! Well, if you’re looking for snacks to take back from Kyoto, we have just...

Hokkaido is the second largest and northernmost island of Japan. It’s known for natural wonders like the volcanic Mount Asahi (the namesake of Asahi Beer) and picturesque Shikotsu-Tōya National Park...

Have you heard of “Inari” Shrines? Even if you haven’t, chances are you’ve seen photos of their iconic gateways. Thousands of Buddhist and Shinto Inari shrines can be found across...

Matsuri means festival in Japanese, and there are a plethora of matsuri held in the city of Kyoto throughout the year. Kyoto was Japan’s imperial capital until it changed to...

Japan has a rich history of castles, and the classic Japanese castles that we know today date back to as early as the Sengoku period (1467-1603). Japanese castles were originally...

When the average person thinks of Japanese cuisine, foods like mochi, ramen and sushi probably come to mind. However, the truth is, Japanese cuisine isn’t as standard as many people...

Okinawa Prefecture is the southernmost prefecture in Japan. It spans over 1,000 kilometers from Japan and approaches Taiwan. Its unique climate and geography make it home to some very special...

When traveling, the only thing better than seeing the sights is tasting the authentic flavors of traditional and popular foods a city, region, and/or country has to offer. Japan is...

What could be more adorable than an animal? How about seeing hundreds—even thousands—of cute animals living their lives out in nature! Animal-lovers will obsess over these spots where encountering wildlife...

Spring is on its way! That wonderful time of year when everything seems to suddenly come alive again and blossoms into flower. One flower that’s perfect for spring-time viewing is...

There are a lot of big cities in Japan, and each one has distinct characteristics. Tokyo is always vibrant and ever-changing while Okinawa is warm and relaxing. Discover what Japanese...

Japan is a beautiful country, making it a popular destination for romantic trips. Couples young and old travel from all over the world to spend special occasions in Japan, since...