What is it like to travel to Japan’s “ramen capital” and experience the many wonders of the world’s best noodles? Those who have made the pilgrimage to Fukuoka, arguably the global headquarters for the best… Read More
What exactly is “seiza,” also known as the Japanese art of sitting? Is it some special physical position that heals disease, results in clear skin and eternal happiness? Actually, it’s not any of those things… Read More
Two UNESCO World Heritage Sites worth seeing in Japan are Shirakawago and Gokayama. They are secluded in the nation’s majestic Hida mountain range and feature some of the most breathtakingly gorgeous villages on earth. To… Read More
The Japanese love festivals and the nation’s summer celebrations are some of the most colorful and well-attended. Like so much else in Japan, festivals are often tied to important historical events and spiritual concepts. Depending… Read More
Japan is known all over the world for its beautiful, fragrant gardens. One of the most enchanting elements of these wonders of nature is the complete naturalness of the entire garden. Japanese people avoid placing… Read More
Onsen natural spring baths are one of the best places to soak away your troubles. Japan is the world capital for the very best onsen experiences on earth. Relaxing the mind and body in a… Read More
Winter Illumination: What’s It All About? Looking for an effective way to make your winter in Japan a memorable one? Take an “off-season” trip and enjoy the incredible winter illuminations. Many tourists and even a… Read More
Why is it so important for tourists and long-term visitors to Japan to know about table manners? That question has a simple answer: it’s because the Japanese put much more emphasis on formality and proper… Read More
What is the best way to spend time in Osaka on a trip to Japan? The answer is simple: go to the Dotonbori area of the city and take advantage of all the fun things… Read More
Who are the Ainu? Who are the Ainu, sometimes called “the hidden people of Japan”? The Ainu live in Hokkaido and have been the subject of many academic studies because of their mysterious origins. In… Read More
