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Japan is easily one of the world’s most popular spring destinations and it’s easy to see why. Spring season in Japan means only one thing: cherry blossoms! For years, cherry blossoms have been the main draw of this beautiful city …
Tokyo is famous for being a city well-loved by foodies. A visit to Japan’s capital also includes beautiful cultural activities, both old and new. From street food stalls to lavish Michelin-starred restaurants to catching your own dinner, here’s a delicious …
So you’ve been tasked to plan the next family trip. A quick Google search of Okinawa pulls up images of pristine white beaches, boats lined up against the shore, and a sky that blends into the ocean. There’s also the …
Fun Things to do in Osaka Osaka is the cultural heart of Japan, full of temples, traditional practices and temples that transport you back in time. It also has some fun modern attractions too! What are the very best things …
As the ancient capital of Japan, Nara boasts some of the most impressive sights (and deer!) throughout the country. There are indeed numerous beautiful temples in Nara, but you don’t have to worry about not being able to see everything in …
I went back to Japan at the end of sakura season in 2015. It was a trip with a few friends and we were on our final day in Osaka before catching a flight to Tokyo the next day. We …
Fukuoka, Japan is a large city close to Seoul. Its proximity to Korea has helped to establish its historical reputation as a trade centre and as a crossroads of different cultural influences. You’ll find this fame well-earned as there are …
By Christa Yeo – Omotenashi: Japanese for service and hospitality Google Translate could only tell me so much about this word. But to really know it took a night’s stay in a Hakone ryokan. Indulging in a reputable ryokan is …
Konnichiwa! So many places to see, so much to do, so little time! Here’s the first in our series of kawaii infographics displaying 10 of our favourite things to do in the cities you love the most for a holiday …
Cherry blossom viewing in Japan, also known as hanami, is an event locals and tourists from all over the world alike, look forward to each spring. Notorious for it’s immensely short bloom (just one to two weeks), planning a trip …
