Japan’s Economy Recovering from the Slump

5 years ago

It is no secret that Japan's economy has been in a slump for the last 30 years. Ever since the…

Japanese Ryokan where you can receive warm hospitality OMOTENASHI

5 years ago

A trip to Japan is not complete without a stay in a traditional Japanese inn, also called a ryokan. You…

Tsunami and Typhoons | Natural Disasters in Japan

5 years ago

If you have followed the news a bit over the last few years, you probably already know that Japan is…

Internet Access in Japan | Traveling Tidbits about Japan

5 years ago

If you want to be connected to the internet at all times during your stay in Japan so you can,…

Local Kyoto with its quaint scenery

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If you have already finished the beginners‘ course of travel in Kyoto and traveled around the many touristy spots, it…

The Bullet Train | Travel in comfort on the world’s fastest train

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The shinkansen or bullet train is one of the symbols of Japan's technological advancement. It is still one of the…

Asahikawa Area, Hokkaido | A city with the largest national park in Japan

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Asahikawa is the second-largest city in Hokkaido. Early February each year the Ashikawa Winter Festival is held here, but there…

Sapporo and Moerenuma Park, Hokkaido | Beautiful scenery in every season

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Sapporo is the capital of Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost island. The Moerenuma Park was designed by the world-famous sculptor Isamu Noguchi.

Kawayu Onsen, Hokkaido | Unusual volcanic hot spring

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Kawayu Onsen is a resort of hot springs in the middle of Akan National Park in Hokkaido. It is a…

Koyasan with its Gorgeous Architecture and Traditions

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Koyasan is a center of Buddhist study and practice, located in the northeastern part of Wakayama Prefecture. It is surrounded…