Explore Gunma Using the JR TOKYO Wide Pass Japan Travel The Northward Golden Route spans across Saitama, Gunma and Niigata prefectures. Oze is home to the lush green marshlands of O...
Culture Yamaguchi’s Ogori Cultural Museum and Jippotei Ishinkan Arlene Bastion Two small museums that play a big role in not only passing on Yamaguchi's history but also make that we feel interested and i...
Food Moomin-Themed Fun at Hilton Osaka Kim Bergström Hilton Osaka is inviting guests into the world of the Moomins next month with two events, each bringing the beloved character...
Culture What is a Manga Cafe? Joanna Ligon Japan is renowned for its innovative and sometimes quirky take on hospitality and leisure. Among its most beloved and unique ...
Planning Skyscanner's Travel Trends for 2024 Kim Bergström The travel comparison website Skyscanner recently released their Travel Trends report for 2024, and two Japanese cities made ...
Golden Route to West Japan: Hiroshima & Fukuoka Tom Roseveare The Golden Route describes a conventional way to see Japan for first-time visitors, taking in some of its established cities—...
Culture Hidden Gems in Tokyo and Yamanashi Veronica Carnevale Japan’s less touristy spots offer unique opportunities to further deepen your knowledge of this rich country. From Tokyo to Y...
An Introduction to Japanese Rice Luca De Pasquale A brief introduction of the history, types, and role of rice in Japanese cuisine and culture
Activities Hands-on Sushi School in Yamazoe Cathy Cawood Yamazoe Village in Nara is the birthplace of Japanese culture. It is also the location of hands-on sushi school Ichiban Oishi...
Culture Discovering Ako: Salt and City Tom Fay Nowadays, Ako is known throughout Japan for its famous salt, but it is also rising as an attractive travel destination thanks...
