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How Samurai Culture Shaped Aichi’s Fermented Food Traditions

Samurai did more than just fight, they influenced the food industry on a national scale that still prevails today. Fermented foods were a strategic decision in times of war, but became a delicacy and a staple in Japanese cuisine. read along and learn how samurai culture influenced the fermented food industry in Aichi.

2026.02.26

History

Find Your Inner Calm: A Journey of Mindfulness Rooted in the Ancient Cycles of Ise-Shima

Enjoy the calmness of Japan and its profound unity with nature on Ise island. Whether its talking with divers who rely on only traditional equipment and their breath or finding your own naturally occurring pearls from abalone, this island is a getaway that you simply cant pass up

2026.02.18

Popular destinations Japan

Nagoya’s Samurai-Era Craftmanship: A Foodie’s Guide to Enjoy Aichi’s Fermented Cuisine

Japanese food has worldwide acclaim, and for good reasons. Meticulous techniques and long-lived traditions fuel these beloved flavors. Aichi is home to some of the most prominent techniques and traditions of fermentation: a fundamental part of Japanese food. Discover aichi, and discover the roots of Japanese cuisine!

2026.02.09

Food & Drinks

The Red Jewel of Saitama: A Gourmet Escape into the World of the Amarin Strawberry

Love strawberries? Look no further than Saitama! just an hour or so north of Tokyo lies Yoshimi-town, home of the "Amarin" strawberry: an award winning variety that began only 8 years ago. This remarkably sweet, delightfully juicy, and vibrantly red berry is a fortune to enjoy and a highly sought after ingredient by many chefs and bakers! Don't miss out- pick and eat as many as you want in a private greenhouse!

2026.02.04

Food & DrinksUncategorized

Goto, Fukue: Where the Last Samurai Castle Meets the Ocean

If you're a fan of history, you wont want to miss this. Goto, Fukue is the home to the last samurai castle ever built. Its island setting makes it a serene mix of deep history and tropical relaxation. Read along to find out more about this wonderful place.

2026.01.23

Places to visit in JapanUncategorized

Hachioji for Solo Travelers: Safe, Quiet & Authentic

Solo traveling in Japan is already great, but what would make it better? An ideal spot to allow you to see and do everything with ease! Yep, that kind of place exists, and it's called Hachioji. It may not be in the heart of Tokyo, but it has incredible access to all sorts of things, and is particularly good for solo travelers!

2025.12.01

Travel tips

Day Trips from Hachioji: Mt. Fuji, Mt. Takao, and Lakes, Wrapped in Tradition

Planning to check out mt. Fuji on your trip to Japan? Of course you are! If it's a big part of your trip, you absolutely need to consider staying in Hachioji; it's the perfect base for that, other outdoor stuff, and still a stones throw from Tokyo.

2025.12.01

Travel tips

Why Stay in Hachioji Instead of Central Tokyo?

Hachioji? What's that? Only one of the best places to stay, of course! Seriously, there are some incredible benefits to staying just a little outside of central Tokyo. unless you want to be right in the heart of the worlds biggest city at all times, check out Hachioji.

2025.12.01

Travel tips

Izenajima, Okinawa: A Quiet Island Where the Spirit of the Ryukyu Kingdom Still Lives

If you are looking for a balance of tropical relaxation, genuine hospitality, and rich history, you've found it. Izenajima is an island in Okinawa you won't soon forget. Home to the origins of the Ryukyu kingdom, this sacred place is loved by locals who share there warmth to their guests as they do their ancestors.

2025.11.27

Okinawa

Katsuyama City: Weaving Tradition and Innovation in Fukui Prefecture

Take your Japan Trip to different era in Katsuyama, Fukui. Learn about the history of textiles that have helped shape many brands, as well as discover the unique history of dinosaurs in Japan. Spoiler: Japan actually has its own unique species of dinosaurs! This area is great for history buffs and families alike, don't miss out!

2025.11.25

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