Tea has long been woven into Japan’s daily life, spiritual practice, and seasons. From carefully tended fields to intimate tearooms, tea culture reflects patience, skill, and attention to detail. While historical records often focus on male tea masters and scholars, women have always played an essential […]
Today, crystallized white sugar is the universally accepted way to sweeten a recipe or to make desserts. While there are other forms of sweetening agents like jaggery used around the world, Japan has almost 70 different types of sugars commonly available in supermarkets. What’s more amazing […]
Would you consider yourself an artist? A creative person looking to let it all out? Ever wanted to paint while enjoying a glass of wine like the artists of old? Then look no further than Artbar Tokyo. Even if you don’t consider yourself to be the […]
Today we are heading down south to Kyushu, one of the four main islands of Japan, which sits along the Pacific Ocean. The weather here is warm and nice, making it a great place to visit. Kyushu is considered a large region, not a town or […]
I have studied in Kyoto for about a year now, and I can personally say that I’ve had my fair share of ramen here. Not only is it the perfect comfort food after a long day at school, but the local varieties are uniquely tasty. So, […]
PokéPark Kanto at Yomiuriland is a new Pokémon-themed outdoor attraction near Tokyo where visitors explore forest trails and discover Pokémon throughout the park. Guests must reserve timed entry tickets and purchase separate admission for Yomiuriland. Arriving early, wearing comfortable walking shoes, and planning your day around […]
Japan’s transportation system is famous for being fast, clean, safe, and unbelievably punctual. And not only that, you don’t need to understand everything to use it well. This guide breaks down everything to do with public transportation in Japan, the subways, trains, Shinkansen, buses, taxis, and […]
The Tohoku region encompasses the northern portion of Japan’s main island and is famous for providing a “second chance” to see the blossoms if you missed the early blooms further south. Because of its cooler climate and diverse geography, the flowering season here lasts much longer, […]
The rise of notoriety in Japan's sports scene has been taking over the world for some time. From baseball to soccer, Japan has showcased itself as the premier nation for sport in Asia and is ready to take on the rest of the world in… American […]
Kyoto, Tokyo, Nara… Japan is packed with incredible destinations. You’ve probably pictured yourself admiring dreamy sakura blooms in one of those famous cities, but what if I told you there’s another magical place to see them? Osaka! Think about it: Osaka is known for so many […]
