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The Perfect Trip to Nasu Onsen

Nasu Onsen is a large hot spring resort in Tochigi Prefecture. The resort can be accessed by train in only 2 hours from central Tokyo. In this article, we introduce Nasu Onsen and what you can do around the onsen resort.

2021.01.15

Day trips from Tokyo

What Are Jizo Statues? The Guardian Deity of Children and Travelers

You can find Jizo statues, the guardian deity of children and travelers, everywhere on the streets in Japan. In this article, we briefly introduce what Jizo statues are, and some famous temples where you can see unique Jizo statues in Japan.

2021.01.13

Religion

10 Best Ways to Enjoy Japan in Winter

Winter can be really fun in Japan. You can find many tourist attractions such as ski and snowboard, festivals, illuminations, and gorgeous snowy sceneries. Here are the best things to do!

2021.01.11

Japan

What is Setsubun? Traditional Bean-Throwing Event in February

Setsubun is one of the traditional events in Japan in February. In this article, we will explain about the history of Setsubun and things to do on that day!

2021.01.07

Customs

15 Things to Do in Fukushima Coastal Area ― 10 Years After the Disaster

It's been almost 10 years since the tragic earthquake with a huge tsunami hit and nuclear accidents caused in Fukushima ...

2021.01.05

Fukushima

Transportation 101: Everything You Need to Know

Do you know which transportation to take on which occasion? Here is the complete guide to Japanese transportation for first-timers!

2020.12.29

Transportation

10 Best Things to Do in Nagoya

Nagoya is one of the biggest cities in Japan. It's easy to access to each attraction in Nagoya, so you can get around the main tourist spots in Nagoya in one or two days. Here are the best things to do in Nagoya!

2020.12.25

Chubu

Traditional Wedding Ceremony in Japan

We explain everything you need to know about the Japanese traditional wedding ceremony including what to wear, rules and what rituals to follow!

2020.12.24

Customs

Seven Lucky Gods Pilgrimage: New Year’s Tradition in Japan

Seven Lucky Gods are an eclectic group of deities from Japan, India, and China which originated from Shinto, Buddhism and Hinduism. Seven Lucky Gods Pilgrimage aka Shichifukujin Meguri in Japanese is a New Year tradition in Japan. Visit temples to collect seven stamps and it is said to bring in good fortune and blessing throughout the year.

2020.12.22

Customs

The Best Photo Spots in Japan

What image comes up in your mind when you hear “the iconic images of Japan”? Mount Fuji, the shrines with vermilion torii gates, or hypermodernity in Japan’s urban landscapes? In this article, we introduce some of the spots where you can take iconic beautiful photos of Japan.

2020.12.18

Places to visit in Japan