So you want to know where to buy clothes, and what brands to buy while you’re in Tokyo. With the yen at an all-time low (at the time of writing), what better time than now? Today we’ll go over …
Not Just Cherry Blossoms – 12 Brilliant Flowers for Every Season in Japan
Cherry blossoms aren't the only gorgeous flowers of Japan-- even if they are the golden child that everyone raves about online. As a country with distinct seasons, Japan has a culture that …
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7 Local Fukuoka Delicacies You Must Try
Welcome to the delectable world of Fukuoka cuisine, where each mouthful tells a story doused in tradition and bursting with flavor. The 5th biggest city in Japan and the beating heart of the Kyushu …
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A Day in the 7 Hot Spring Hells of Beppu
Picture this.You take off your yukata (light-weight kimono), grab a cold beer, and soak in a steaming, fragrant hot spring surrounded by natural rocks and Japanese cypress (hinoki). Next to you is a …
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Guide to the Famous Summer Festivals of Tohoku
Japan is a large and dynamic country; the main island of Honshu is 810 miles long, a little bigger than Great Britain. The famous large cities of the South often overshadow the meandering farm fields, …
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What to Wear in Japan
Tasteful tips to Dress Like a Local Congratulations, you’re planning a trip to Japan! Japan is a unique country with customs, history and culture all on its own. Chances are, if …