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See the Red Gates Lit up by Lanterns at Fushimi Inari in Kyoto
Summer in Japan is known for the many festivals and firework displays all over the country. This time we'll introduce you to the Yoimiya-sai f...

Where the Mountains and Sea Meet in Yoshino-Kumano National Park
The Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trails are a World Heritage that many travelers set out to visit at least once ...

Visiting Omiya Bonsai Village
Japanese culture and art are often closely connected with nature and its representation. One of the bes...

10 Places in Japan Every Studio Ghibli Fan Should Visit
For any respectable Studio Ghibli fan, a trip to Japan can't be complete without a visit to the Ghibl...

The Fascinating Japanese Tradition of Setsubun
When February is around the corner, Japan knows it's time to brace for the real winter. Fortunately ...

16 Unusual Vending Machines in Tokyo
Walking the streets of Tokyo you'll find one at every corner. Colorful and spotless, ready to quenc...

14 Teas That You Can Find in a Japanese Supermarket
Tea is surely one of the first beverages that comes to mind when thinking of Japan. Think of a teahouse in K...

We Recreated Famous Japanese Landscapes in Miniature
Temporarily unable to travel Japan, I decided that I was going to bring some of Japan into my own house! In...

4 Weird Japanese Winter Festivals That You Can Participate In
There are countless religious and folk festivals being celebrated in Japan throughout the year. Among ...

Hiruzake: The Pastime of Daytime Drinking in Tokyo
If there's one thing that Tokyo doesn't lack it's drinking establishments. From tiny wat...

Japanese Luxury Fruit Culture Explained
One of the first times I visited Japan, I remember walking inside a sumptuous mall of marble and stone lin...