Culture

Experiences

How To Do The Shikoku 88 Temples Pilgrimage

Ohenro pilgrimage is an amazing circular route stretching 1,200km across the Shikoku region. Here we have listed how you can complete this spiritual journey yourself!
Places to visit in Japan

Top 30 Popular Tourist Attractions in Japan

Japan boasts an inexhaustible amount of places to be toured! Here we've narrowed it down to 30, but it certainly doesn't stop there!
Food & Drinks

13 Snacks to Try at Japanese Convenience Store

Convenience stores in Japan have everything you need, and don't forget to try some of the best snacks they offer. Here we picked 13 popular snacks to try!
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Places to visit in Japan

20 Best Spring Destinations in Japan

Spring is a great time to visit Japan and enjoy the rich abundance of nature. In this article we listed the best places to visit in spring for early-blooming sakura, cherry blossoms, other seasonal flowers and cultural spots!
Culture

The Old Japanese Names for the Months: Meanings and Origins

Interested in learning about the traditional Japanese lunisolar calendar and the unique meanings behind each name of the month? Join us as we break down the old Japanese month names, their unique kanji, and the historic origins for a cultural learning experience!
Places to visit in Japan

6 Unique Shrines with Many Torii Gates in Japan

Not only Fushimi Inari in Kyoto, there are many shrines that have many torii gates in front. Here are the list of shrines which is also very photogenic and beautiful with vermilion torii gates!
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!
Places to visit in Kyoto

A Complete Guide to Fushimi Inari Shrine

Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto is one of the highlights of Kyoto and over ten million Japanese and foreign tourists visit this shrine every year. In this article, we introduce everything you need to know about Fushimi Inari Shrine.
Cultural tips

How to Pray at Japanese Shinto Shrines

When you visit a shinto shrine in Japan, you want to avoid any trouble by doing something wrong. Learn the basic rules and manners including how to pray properly at a shrine before you visit!
To do in Tokyo

The Best Sento Public Bath in Tokyo

Sento is a Japanese public bathhouse where you can experience a deep Japanese bathing culture. Here we listed up 10 best sento in Tokyo that you should visit!
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