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3 TV Shows to Watch Before Your Japan Trip

These 3 TV shows have helped spur the interest of many to visit Japan because of the mystery that surrounds the country. Watching these shows will only make viewers crave for more of Japan!
Depachika Food Shopping offers a wide selection of Fine Cuisine

What makes for a perfect depachika-bought meal? What should you think about when you go to a depachika to get the best experience? And what is up with those perfect pieces of fruit in Japan?
Aoshima, a Beautiful Island surrounded by Blue and Green

The small island of Aoshima on the southeastern coast of Kyushu, Japan, is a little pearl of nature. Its most famous attraction is the ‘Devil’s washboard’ formation, but there is more to be seen here.
Sugamo, The Harajuku of Old Ladies that retains its old-time charm

Sugamo is a local Tokyo neighborhood that is especially popular with elderly ladies. Find out why you should include this area on your Japan tour itinerary if you like to see how the locals live.
Shibamata, a Local and Quiet t Town in Tokyo

Off the beaten path but full of history and picture-perfect vistas, that is Shibamata in Tokyo. How can you enjoy this area best? Find out where to go and what to eat in Shibamata.
Ryogoku, the city of Sumo, Japan’s National Sport

Ryogoku is known as Tokyo’s sumo neighborhood. What is sumo about? Where can you go to see sumo wrestlers in action? Where can you eat a dish typically eaten by wrestlers? And what else is there to see in Ryogoku?
Daikanyama and Nakameguro, a Fashionable Upscale Residential Area

Got at least 3 days in Tokyo on your Japan tour? Find out where to go in hip neighborhoods Daikanyama and Nakameguro.
Tokyo Highlights and Hidden Gem Itinerary

Find out which 5 highlights and local areas should definitely be included on your Tokyo itinerary if you come here on your Japan tour.
Kyoto Highlights and Hidden Gems Itinerary

Would you like to get some ideas for your perfect Kyoto itinerary? We listed our 5 favorite Kyoto highlights along with 5 lesser-known spots in Kyoto that really make you able to taste the local atmosphere in this beautiful city.
Japanese Green Tea with a Long History and Rich Flavor

Did you know that Japanese tea originated in China, and was then slowly cultivated to different kinds of tea that is still enjoyed throughout Japan and worldwide these days? There are 6 main types of Japanese tea, which differ in leave treatment and harvest time.
Japanese Sake made by a Unique Japanese Process

Sake is sometimes called ‘rice wine’ in the West, but this is actually an inaccurate term, as the brewing process of sake is a lot closer to beer than it is to wine.
The Wonderful Flavor of Wine in Japan

There are old-world wines from France and Italy, new-world wines from California, South-Africa, and Chile, and then there is wine from Japan. How did wine end up being made in Japan? Which grape varieties are used? And where are Japan’s wineries?
Kurokawa Onsen | Natural Hot Spring with The Best View

People flock to Kurokawa Onsen near Mt. Aso for one reason; to soak in natural hot springs with the best views. The location is secluded and a bit remote, which makes it easy to completely refresh yourself by just being in this small town for an overnight stay.
Yufuin | a Hot Spring Resort with a Wonderful Townscape

Yufuin is an onsen town located near famous hot spring city Beppu in Kyushu. People travel from far to come to Yufuin to enjoy the tranquil scenery, natural outdoor hot springs, beautiful ryokan accommodations, and several art museums. Yufuin also has some very pretty streets in the fairytale-like Yufuin Floral Village and Edo-style Yunotsubo Street.
Yame with its Picturesque Scenery

Yame is a small town near Fukuoka in Kyushu that is famous for its high-quality tea. Tea from Yame is the 6th largest brand in Japan, and it is well-known for its superior flavor and aroma.
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…
Karate, One of Japan’s Representative Martial Arts

Karate literally means ’empty hand’, and it was developed in Okinawa having been influenced by Chinese martial art Kung Fu. Karate is a striking art where practitioners use both hands/arms and feet/legs.
Minimalism Glimpsed Everywhere in Japan

Minimalism has been linked with Japanese culture for a long time, and it goes back to even before Zen Buddhism emerged in Japan which made minimalism here to stay. Learn more about minimalism’s history, and how minimalism is alive today in Japan.
Earthquake Safety in Earthquake-prone Japan

How is earthquake damage mitigated in Japan, and what can you do yourself to stay as safe as possible in the rare event of a large earthquake?
Japanese Religious Culture with a focus on Shintoism and Buddhism

Japan has two main religions, Shinto and Buddhism. Although many people claim to have no particular belief, most participate in both Shinto and Buddhist customs and rituals.