10 Fun Things to Do in Japan in May

May in Japan heralds a vibrant tapestry of festivals, buoyed by the Golden Week holiday period that kicks off early in the month. Beyond the holiday fervor, the month unfolds with splendid weather, bathing the land in sunshine and blooming flowers, setting the stage for a multitude of culinary delights and celebratory gatherings. Embark on a journey of discovery with … Read More

10 Most Luxurious Japanese Foods

Did you know that Japan has more Michelin-starred restaurants than any other country in the world? Japan is home to a variety of incredibly luxurious foods for both locals and tourists to try. Here’s a look at ten of the most luxurious foods in Japan – have you ever tried any of these delicacies?

Unforgettable Japanese Tea Experience at Wazuka-ya in Kyoto

Wazuka Tea plantation, tea soba, green tea picking, Kyoto

Have you tasted Japanese green tea? If not, I highly recommend visiting Wazuka town in Kyoto prefecture for an unforgettable, unique Japanese tea experience. I had the pleasure of visiting Wazuka town recently with my friend and participating in a tea cooking class at Wazuka-ya. It’s a vegetarian friendly cooking too. Let me tell you all about it! Where is … Read More

What You Probably Didn’t Know About Kobe Beef

When you hear “Kobe”, what do you think of? When people hear the word Kobe, the first thing that comes to mind is professional basketball player Kobe Bryant who has won five NBA titles with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Catch Your Own Fish At This Restaurant in Japan

fish your own dinner in a restaurant

Seafood doesn’t get any more fresh than this! At this uniquely interactive restaurant in Shinsekai, Osaka, you can use a rod to choose a type of fish, catch it, then have it cooked for you to eat! Here was our experience.

Stereotypes About Japan That ARE True!

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When you think about “Japan”, what stereotypes come to mind? There are loads of myths surrounding Japan – about the people, the culture, the trains, and even the food! Many of them are far from accurate, but several common stereotypes are actually spot-on! Read on to find out which stereotypes about Japan are true, and the facts that back them … Read More

Top 10 Vegetarian-Friendly Japanese Foods

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Visiting Japan but worried about finding foods that fit your dietary restrictions? Some of the most popular Japanese dishes also happen to be vegetarian. There are some dishes that have secret fish-based ingredients inside, so we compiled a list of the best foods for both strict and non-strict vegetarians alike! Here are the 10 best vegetarian-friendly Japanese foods. No meat, … Read More

Top 10 FUN Things to do in Japan!

Want to visit Japan, but not sure what to do or where to start? Here’s our list of the top 10 fun things to do in Japan that, when combined, will create the ultimate Japan experience!