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Excellent Street Foods in Japan
We all know yakisoba, okonomiyaki, and takoyaki. Let us introduce 6 of our personal favorites when it comes to street food in Japan!
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Shinminato, Toyama | Beautiful Nature and Delicious Crabs
Shinminato is a town in Imizu City facing Toyama Bay. You can enjoy watching crab auctions and fresh seafood at the fish market, a beautiful sailing boat, and a nostalgic canal cruise.
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The 5 Great Outdoor Activities in Japan
Are you a bit of an adventurous traveler? In addition to culture, history, and great food, Japan also has plenty of outdoor activities to offer. Find out which 5 activities we especially recommend for some action!
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Fushimi Traditional Sake Breweries | Sake brewery very popular among Japanese
Fushimi is an area in the south of Kyoto with many sake breweries. Learn which breweries welcome visitors, and which other attractions there are in the area!
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Yokai | Scary and Cute Japanese Monsters
Do you like slightly unsettling and scary folk tales? Japan has plenty of them. Let us introduce 3 famously eerie Japanese yokai monsters to you!
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Kutaka Island for both diving and cycling
Do you want to go cycling on a quiet island near Okinawa Main Island? Then Kudaka Island is a great place to go.
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Cup Noodles | A very popular dish among the Japanese
Cup Noodles are a popular instant noodle brand sold in a cup invented by the Japanese in 1971. This article explains the development of the Cup Noodle and the Cup Noodle Museums in Osaka and Yokohama.
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Tokyo Character Street | Very popular place for anime lovers
If you want to buy anime goods in central Tokyo, Tokyo Character Street at Tokyo Station is awesome. There are more than 30 anime shops such as a Pokemon store, Jump Shop, and a Ghibli shop.
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Ninna-ji Temple | Beautiful cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto
Not far from the famous Golden Pavillion is Ninna-ji temple. If you come during cherry blossom or maple leave season you can’t skip this temple, but also outside these seasons it’s worth a visit.
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Takato Joshi Park | Beautiful cherry blossom viewing spots in Nagano
One of the most impressive cherry blossom spots in Nagano is the Takato Joshi Park. See our beautiful pictures taken this spring.
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5 places to enjoy Okinawa at its best
Looking for something else to do besides going to the beach? Check out these fun and active (half) day trips in the central part of Okinawa Main Island!
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Soshigaya Ultraman Street, Tokyo | Very popular with Ultraman lovers.
There is a fascinating street for pop culture fans in Soshigaya, Tokyo called Ultraman Shopping Street. There are many hidden superhero characters, you can have funny coffee and buy cool souvenirs.
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The world’s most popular Ultraman
Ultraman is a Japanese TV superhero like Superman. It has been more than 50 years since the series started. Let’s learn about the fascinating characters and related places for an anime pilgrimage!
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Gujo Hachiman, Gifu | Beautiful Castle and Castle Town
Gujo Hachiman is a beautiful old town in Gifu Prefecture. It attracts many visitors because of the castle on the hill, beautiful streets with channels, plastic food sample workshops, and a dance festival.
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Plastic Food Samples | Japan’s Wonderful Technology
Elaborately made food samples in Japan’s restaurant windows help you decide if you want to eat there. Did you know that you can buy them as a souvenir or even try to make them yourself?
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Kappabashi, Tokyo | Kitchen Street with many attractive stores
All shops in Kappabashi Street sell kitchen wares for professionals and passionate home cooks. This is where Japan’s famous plastic food samples originated.
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A Day Trip to Kouri Island and Tataki Waterfall
Are you looking for a cool day trip in Okinawa Main Island that is fun for the whole family? Kouri Island and the Tataki Waterfall are a great combination of action and relaxation with amazing views!
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Tokorozawa Sakura Town | A town full of Saitama’s charms
Maybe you wouldn’t think Saitama is a typical destination for pop culture and architecture fans, but Tokorozawa Sakura Town in Saitama is just that! Find out what to discover there.
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Okinawa World and the Gyokusendo Cave
Normally I am not a fan of theme parks without thrilling rides, but I did have a good time in Okinawa World. Find out what to do in this local theme park in the southern part of Okinawa Main Island.
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Forest Adventure Japan | The most exciting experience
Are you looking for another reason to come to subtropical Okinawa? Check out Forest Adventure Onna, one of the most exciting outdoor activities on the island.