First Things First Japan’s “final frontier,” Hokkaido is one of the only places in the entire country to see huge swaths of open land, untouched forests, and massive horizons that show no signs of civilization.… Read More
A standard search engine returns more than 1 million results when you input the question “What to do in Sapporo on vacation.” Anyone who plans to see one of Japan’s most interesting cities, Sapporo, should… Read More
There are hundreds if not thousands of interesting things to do while visiting Mt. Fuji. But first, it helps to know how to get to Mt. Fuji, specifically how to travel from Tokyo to Mt.… Read More
Ramen is the one Japanese food creation that nearly everyone has heard about. But have you ever wondered exactly what ramen is, how the noodles are made, how many different toppings there are, and where… Read More
Just the mention of Tokyo brings to mind so many things in a traveler’s imagination: the Tokyo Museum, the famously efficient Tokyo express trains, Tokyo tea ceremony, skyscrapers, the varieties of Tokyo sushi, cherry blossom… Read More
Have you ever wanted to know the right way to use chopsticks? There’s a lot to learn because Western cultures have no experience with the uniquely Asian food utensils. Fortunately, there are a few simple… Read More
Anyone who plans to travel to Japan should decide in advance about the most cost-efficient way to travel while in the country. Fortunately, Japan’s national rail services offer rail, bus and ferry passes that help… Read More
Finding the Best Tea Ceremony Venues in Kyoto Tea ceremony in Japan is more than 1,000 years old and is an integral part of the nation’s cultural heritage. Tourists can locate tea houses that allow… Read More
The Smart Way to Do Tea Ceremony in Japan Attending a tea ceremony in Tokyo is a must-do event for any visitor. The country’s famous tradition dates back more than 1,000 years and is an… Read More
Preparing a nice warm cup of ginger tea is an easy and healthy way to spend a few quiet minutes away from the worries of everyday life. Ginger packs plenty of nutritious advantages is relatively… Read More
