After some interesting facts about Japanese Culture? There’s a lot to know about this amazing country, so it’s hard to narrow Japanese culture facts down into a single blog post, but we’re going to try! Honestly, if I were forced to pick a favorite country to travel to, it would have to be Japan. Not …
A Japanese bath house (or sentō) has been an essential part of Japanese culture for over a thousand years. Every day, people from all over the country head to the sentō to enjoy their bath. While this is common in Japan, a sentō is not well known to westerners. With more and more foreigners traveling …
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After some interesting facts about Japan? Japan is a land of amazing culture, delicious food, unique sights, and plenty of history. There’s a lot to know about this amazing country, so it’s hard to narrow it down into a single blog post, but we’re going to try! We love returning to Japan year after year. …
We receive a lot of questions from readers about what to pack for their trip. So, we set out to help our readers determine what to wear in Japan. After traveling around Japan for years, we’ve crafted the perfect Japan packing list. It’s not a big deal if you’re struggling with what to pack for …
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So you’re in Japan’s cultural city and looking for the best things to do in Kyoto? Well, we have you covered. Kyoto is one of the top places to visit in Japan. It carries a world-class reputation and was once the capital of Japan. Needless to say, there is a lot to do in Kyoto. …
If you’re considering hiking Japan’s Kumano Kodo trail, you are in for a real adventure. Deep in the Kii Peninsula, you can easily find yourself lost at another time. The Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trail is why you travel to Japan. It’s where you can disconnect and feel at peace with the nature around you. I …
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Traveling to Japan for the first time? Lucky You! Japan is my favorite country to travel around. It has a unique culture, world-class service, amazing food, polite people, and many things to do. That being said, arriving here can be shocking for first-timers, so I wanted to put together my top Japan travel tips to …
Japan is an awesome country to explore – and there’s a whole lot of this mountainous, food-filled, temple-boasting island nation to come to grips with. One of the best and most affordable ways to do so is with a Japan Rail Pass. Trust me when I say it can save you a lot of money …
Post Summary: All You Need to Know About Bunny Island, Japan With not one but two Cat Islands, Japan is known for having tiny islands with significant populations of cute domestic animals. You may already know this, but there is also a Bunny Island in Japan, and it’s definitely a Japanese travel bucket list item! …
If you’re after the legendary powder of Hokkaido you may wonder what are the best things to do in Niseko. A ski trip to Japan is a once in a lifetime experience, and you will certainly want to make the most of it by enjoying everything on offer. We’ve spent several weeks over the years …