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Events

The Old Japanese Names for the Months: Meanings and Origins

Today we use the numbers for the name of the month, but the old Japanese names have a deeper meaning, related to nature and rituals.
Places to visit in Tokyo

Animal Cafes & Rescue Centre in Tokyo

Animal cafes are one of the most popular tourist attractions in Japan among foreign tourists since the cafe first starte...
Day trips from Tokyo

How to Do a Ski Day Trip to Gala Yuzawa

Gala Yuzawa is a popular destination for winter sports fanatics, with large amount of high quality powder snow. It can be accessed by Shinkansen from Tokyo in well under 2hrs. Here we will explain everything you need to know!
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Religion

Shinbutsu-Shugo: The Mix of Shintoism and Buddhism in Japan

Japan is home to 2 main beliefs; shintoism and Buddhism, in this article we explain the concept of Shinbutsu-Shugo, how these have grown together and where you can see the mixture of the two.
Religion

10 Most Iconic Torii Gates In Japan

In this article we will share with you the 10 most iconic torii gates in Japan that you need to see.
Fukushima

Visit to the Fukushima Disaster Area

A report written by a tour participant who visited the Fukushima Disaster Area and witnessed the current situation first hand.
Seasonal Events

Things to Do on New Year’s Day in Tokyo 2024

Do you want to celebrate the New Year the way Japanese do? In this article we share the best places to go and what to do on New Year's Day in Tokyo!
Religion

All About Buddhist Temples in Japan

We provide an overview of Buddhist temples in Japan and their characteristics, next we will introduce some of the most famous Buddhist temples in Japan!
Customs

Traditional Japanese Clothing and Accessories

Kimono are the most well-known traditional Japanese clothing, but there is much more than that. Here we will introduce a wide range of Japanese traditional fashion and accessories!
Seasonal Events

Enoshima Winter Illumination: the Jewel of Shonan 2023-2024

One of the best Winter Illuminations in Japan: Enoshima Jewel of Shonan can be easily visited as a day trip from Tokyo. Its highlights include the illuminated Sea Candle and the Tunnel of Crystals. Here we share all the information you need to know before you go.
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