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Events

What is Tanabata? Japanese Traditional Star Festivals

July 7th is Tanabata, an annual event celebrated in Japan. Here we explain its history, sad story of two lovers, customs and the famous tanabata festivals!
Popular destinations Japan

Weekend Trip to Kiso Valley and Nakasendo

Kiso Valley is said to be one of the most beautiful towns in Japan. Here is a useful guide for a weekend trip to Kiso Valley!
Experiences

Yakatabune: Dinner on the Traditional Japanese Boat

Yakatabune is a traditional boat where you can have dinner on the traditional boat. Here we introduce this popular summer activity in Japan and where and how to enjoy it.
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Events

Gozan Okuribi: Summer Traditions in Kyoto

One of the famous summer traditions in Kyoto, here we explain what is Gozan Okuribi, how to enjoy and the best viewing spots.
Transportation

10 Coolest Train Stations in Japan

Here we introduce the coolest and the most unique train stations that you can find in Japan. Why don't you take a short stop at the station and look at its beautiful architectural design?
Places to visit in Japan

Japan’s Most Beautiful Beaches 2023

Not only Okinawa, but there are more beautiful beaches to visit in Japan. From the Tohoku region to the Kyushu region, here we introduce the best beaches in Japan!
Places to visit in Tokyo

20 Popular Tourist Attractions in Tokyo

Skyscrapers, historical sites, and nature spots- Tokyo is a place that can offer something to everyone. Here we listed the popular tourist attractions in Tokyo!
Food & Drinks

10 Most Unique Ice Cream Flavors in Japan

Japan features some very unique ice cream flavors such as golden leaf ice cream, sweet potato ice cream and shirasu (baby sardine) ice cream etc.
Places to visit in Tokyo

Tokyo Imperial Palace: All You Need to Know

As a popular and historic tourist attraction in Tokyo, Imperial Palace is visited by numerous visitors all year round. The current Imperial Palace is built on the former Edo Castle grounds and is surrounded by a moat and large stone walls. It contains several buildings, including some residences for the Imperial Family. It will be impossible to visit these parts of the park-like area, but there are many ways to enjoy the palace buildings and parts of the grounds.
Religion

Buddhism in Japan – Brief History and Best Buddhist Temples to Visit

Buddhism is one of the two main religions in Japan. Here will explain how it got introduced in Japan and its influence on the daily lives of people in Japan.
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