Tips for travel to Japan
A Link to the Past in Today’s Modern World. Unique to Japan is a fascinating profession known as geisha, literally “art person.” This occupation first appeared in the mid-1200s and is still practiced today. Geisha are cultured intellectuals with extensive schooling in the arts and entertainment. …
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So you want to see the cherry blossoms in Japan. Seeing sakura bloom in Japan is a pretty common bucket list item—but how to time it? What to bring? Where best to view the flowers that only bloom for 5-7 short days out of the year? No worries; Japan Tip Trips has got you covered with this …
Kyoto History and Engineering Blend Seamlessly In a Surprising Marriage of Eastern and Western Architecture. In Northern Higashiyama, the historical district of Kyoto, stands Nanzen-ji Temple, a temple so important that in 1385, when Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu ranked the famous five mountain Zen …
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Spring in Japan is synonymous with cherry blossoms, or sakura, transforming the country into a whimsical and dreamy landscape of pale pink and white petals. If you’re lucky enough to visit during March and April, which is cherry blossom season in Japan, you’ll not only get to see the gorgeous …
Want to level up your life? Try these 15 ingenious and affordable Japanese drugstore products. There’s a reason Japan is known for innovation. These 15 Japanese products solve problems that you didn’t even know you had—and the best part is, you can find them for under $30 at almost any drugstore …
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Hidden away in the mountains neighboring Tokyo, Hakone is a quintessential getaway spot for anyone seeking a slice of Japan’s natural beauty and relaxing hot springs (onsen). Just an hour and a half from Tokyo by train, Hakone offers a perfect blend of relaxing experiences and exciting …
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