Riding the IBUSUKI NO TAMATEBAKO: Southern Japan’s Most Scenic Train
Heading to Southern Kyushu? A train ride you cannot miss is onboard the D&S Sightseeing Train IBUSUKI NO TAMATEBAKO by JR Kyushu! Here is a quick guide on the sightseeing train.
Heartbeat of the Earth: Exploring 5 of Japan’s Majestic Volcanoes
Whether you are a lava-chaser or a casual volcanic tourism visitor, discover the harmonious connection between nature and civilisation by exploring five of these awe-inspiring natural wonders across Japan’s islands!
3D2N in Okinawa: The Perfect Summer Getaway in Japan’s Subtropical Paradise
If you love the beach and are due for a short getaway, there is truly no better choice than Japan’s southernmost prefecture, Okinawa. Join us as we take you on a 3-day adventure through Okinawa’s Main Island, also known as Okinawa-Honto!
Happy Marine Day! Exploring Japan’s Five Historical Port Cities
As we celebrate Marine Day (海の日) on 15 July this year, let’s honour the economic prosperity of maritime Japan by paying tribute to these five historic international ports.
Tsuyu & Minazuki: A Guide to Japan’s Rainy Season in The “Month of Water”
With a higher amount of rainfall as compared to other months of the year, it is no wonder that June is called the “month of water”, or minazuki (水無月) in Japan. June is also commonly known as tsuyu (梅雨—the kanji can also be read as baiu). What is Tsuyu? Tsuyu literally means “plum rain” due to it coinciding with the season in which plum […]
日本的梅雨季節：必訪的繡球花景點
如果您正計劃在雨季訪問日本，可以閱讀這篇指南，將會了解更多關於繡球花的資訊，以及在繡球花的最佳觀賞地點。
Tsuyu in Japan: Must-Visit Spots for Hydrangeas During the Rainy Season
During Japan’s rainy season, otherwise known as tsuyu (梅雨), a particular flower strives in the wet conditions and shines through the gloom. Hydrangea is the quintessential flower of the rainy season. Vibrant hydrangeas inject colours and life into Japan’s landscape when rain falls. Planning to visit Japan during the rainy months? Check out this guide to learn more […]
The Timeless Art of “Wa” (和): 4 Must-Visit Pottery Towns in Japan
There are as many as 50 pottery towns in Japan boasting unique styles and techniques, distinguishing them from one another and contributing to Japan’s diverse pottery heritage. Let’s explore some of the top pottery towns renowned for producing some of Japan’s esteemed cultural treasures!
The Art of Shinrin-yoku: Best Places to Experience Forest Bathing in Japan
Surrounded by stunning nature, Japan is the birthplace of forest bathing, also known as shinrin-yoku (森林浴). Join us on a journey of forest bathing and experience the art of forest bathing in the best forests in Japan.
So Much Matcha: Exploring Matcha and The Top Matcha Regions in Japan
When you think of Japan, matcha (抹茶) or maccha inevitably comes to mind as one of the nation’s most iconic products, but have you ever where matcha comes from? A stone-ground green tea crafted from shade-grown tea leaves celebrated for its vivid green hue, distinct flavour and myriad of health benefits, matcha is an esteemed green tea in powdered form, loved and cherished […]
抹茶饗宴：探索抹茶的世界與日本頂尖抹茶產地
當我們提到日本，抹茶無疑的會被視為該國最具代表性的產品之一，但你知道抹茶的來源嗎？抹茶是由遮陽的環境下生長的綠茶茶葉，以石磨的方式加工成抹茶粉。並以其鮮豔的綠色、獨特的風味和多種健康益處而受到大家喜愛，也是長久以來一直讓日本人引以為傲的傳統。
綠之日快樂！一起來探索日本新綠季節中五個不能錯過的景點
在日本眾多節慶與珍貴傳統之中，有一個特別關於自然崇敬的慶典——綠之日。這個國定假日訂於每年五月四日，見證了日本與自然的深厚連結，也提醒人們欣賞這個70%都是山區的島國上，那些美麗的綠色景觀。