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Hanami, a Cherry Blossom Viewing Party in Japan

In Japan, a very important national tradition returns every year in the early spring. Everybody gets together outside, prepares a…

5 years ago

Lake Tazawa, Kakunodate, Nyuto Onsen, Akita | Some of the best hot springs in Japan

Akita is not on the top of the list for destinations within Japan for the average foreign tourist, which is…

5 years ago

Ashikaga Flower Park | Beautiful seasonal flowers and illumination

The Ashikaga Flower Park has wisteria trees that are 130 years old, and in spring the flowers are at their…

5 years ago

Beautiful Flowers of Japanese Spring

The most popular season to travel to Japan is spring as this season is spectacular in many ways.

5 years ago

Rurikoin Temple, Kyoto | Spectacular view shining in lapis lazuli

When we hear or see the words 'yuka midori in Japan', it is considered as a herald of early summer.…

5 years ago

Rice planting | The beginning of the Japanese diet

Around the end of May to early June, some people in Japan become a bit restless, and you might wonder…

5 years ago

Yanesen & Yanaka Tokyo | A City Full of Tokyo History

Yanesen in Tokyo is a great destination for travelers who are looking for a peaceful, local area with a traditional…

4 years ago

Beautiful Japanese flowers of each season

Find out which flowers bloom when in Tokyo, and where to go to see the most stunning blooming flowers on…

4 years ago

Surgical Masks used for various purposes in Japan

Why have Japanese people been wearing masks even before Covid-19 hit? Besides protecting yourself and others from viruses, there are…

4 years ago

Philosopher’s Path in Kyoto | Quiet Atmosphere and Beautiful Trees

The ideal spot for some quiet thinking and to enjoy the 4 seasons of Japan, the Philosopher's Path is beloved…

4 years ago

Hitachi Seaside Park Ibaraki | One of the largest flower parks in Japan where you can see a variety of flowers/trees

One of Japan's most beautiful sights is surely Hitachi Seaside Park with its colorful 'seas' of flowers and otherworldly Kochia…

4 years ago

Meguro River in Spring | Beautiful night cherry blossoms

If you are looking for cherry blossoms in Tokyo, Meguro River in Tokyo is one of the best places to…

4 years ago

Chidorigafuchi in Spring | one of the best cherry blossom spots in Japan

If you are looking for cherry blossoms in Tokyo, Chidorigafuchi is one of the best places to go. You can…

4 years ago

Sakura | Very Beautiful Japanese Cherry Blossoms

See what the cherry blossom forecast is for 2021, and enjoy some beautiful pictures of different types of sakura throughout…

4 years ago

Golden Week Holiday in Japan

Between late April and the beginning of May, there are four national holidays. We call this period Golden Week. Let's…

4 years ago

Mount Yoshino, Nara | One of the most beautiful places in Japan for cherry blossoms

Mount Yoshino is not only a sacred site with pilgrim routes passing through, it is also one of the most…

4 years ago

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…

4 years ago