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Ise Jingu Shrine, Mie | The origin and pinnacle of Japanese shrines

Ise Jingu in Mie prefecture is listed as the most important Shinto shrine in Japan. What’s the history of this shrine, and which rituals are carried out here?
Many Kinds of Beers Unique to Japan

Beer has a shorter history in Japan than it has in most of the rest of the world, the reason being having been isolated from the rest of the world and its techniques for centuries. It is not that Japan didn’t have its share of alcoholic beverages before beer made its entrance, as sake and…
5 Most Surprising Things in Japan

When someone comes to Japan for the first time, the contrast or the great cultural differences that exist between Japan and their own culture creates many surprising moments!
Five of the Best Shrines in Japan

It can be difficult to choose which shrine to visit in Japan because there are so many interesting ones to choose from. To help you, we present a list of 5 of the most impressive Shinto shrines to visit during your stay in Japan.
Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse | A Symbol of Yokohama

The Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse was built as a model warehouse in the country from the late Meiji era to the early Taisho era.
Eiheiji Temple, Fukui | Beautiful natural environment and practicing monks

Eiheiji, ‘The Temple of Eternal Peace’, is one of the two most important temples of the Soto Zen School. It is located deep in the mountains near the northwest coast of Japan, not far from the city of Fukui.
Happy Emperor ‘s Birthday in Japan

The Emperor’s Birthday is a public holiday in Japan. Known as ‘Tennou Tanjobi’, this holiday is celebrated on the birthday of the current Emperor.
6 Recommended Places in Osaka

To help you decide where to go in Osaka if you are short on time, we compiled a list of the 5 best places to visit in this bustling city.
5 Great Kyoto Sightseeing Destinations

While planning a trip to Kyoto, it can be difficult to make the decision to choose where to go if you have a limited amount of time due to the large number of amazing sights that exist in Japan’s ancient capital city. This is a list of the 5 best places to visit during your…
5 Especially Great Places to Visit in Tokyo

While planning a trip to Japan, it can be difficult to make a choice of where to go, due to the great number of interesting places to visit. Therefore, we made a list of the 5 best places to visit while traveling in Tokyo.
Minato Mirai is Full of Fun Attractions

In 1981 the municipal government of Yokohama, Japan’s second-largest city after Tokyo, started to revitalize its port area in order to carry Yokohama into the 21st century as a business hub independent of Tokyo. Minato Mirai 21 is the 1.2-mile urban redevelopment of the waterfront of Yokohama.
Corona Prevention for an Enjoyable Trip

If you are thinking of coming to Japan once the travel restrictions are lifted and want to enjoy your trip without worry, it is recommended to follow the preventive measures below.
Artists Expressing Japanese Culture in an Avant-Garde Manner

Within the wide musical variety within the Japanese industry, there are many artists that don’t fit the J-pop genre. Let us introduce Wagakki and World Order, two avant-garde music groups from Japan.
Useful Japanese Terms for Traveling in Japan

Traveling through Japan for the first time you may feel overwhelmed by the number of new terms and words you encounter every day. To help you during the trip and make it smoother, here are some words that you will see often, including their Japanese writing.
Two J-Pop Legends Everyone Should Know

Within the music world of Japan, there are two acts that have gone down in history as legends and continue to inspire new generations. Learn more about these artists!
Danjiri Kaikan Museum, Osaka | Experience a beautiful festival

The Danjiri Kaikan is an interactive and fun museum located in Osaka near Kishiwada Castle. It provides information and activities on the Kishiwada Danjiri Festival, which is very famous in Japan.
Osaka Danjiri Festival is as powerful as a movie

The Danjiri Matsuri (float festival) in Osaka started in 1703. The festival was created by the Lord of Kishiwada Castle to pray for an abundant harvest, and it is still going strong today.
Kakigori Shaved Ice | A very popular dish among the Japanese

During the summer, temperatures in Japan can be quite high and the atmosphere gets very humid. This makes finding ways to cool down indispensable, and how to better do this than with freshly shaved ice?
Tapioca & Crepes in Harajuku | A town full of cute

Harajuku doesn’t just offer fashion, but it’s also the place to go to satisfy your sweet cravings. You can find all kinds of delicious desserts that are loaded with all the kawaii energy of the area.
Shinsekai, Osaka | Travel back in time to the retro Showa era

If Osaka is on your itinerary, Shinsekai is a very interesting neighborhood to explore. The atmosphere is somewhat retro-feeling, making you feel like you have returned to Japan at the height of the Showa period (1926-1989).