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5 mins

Maker’s Story: Setouchi Citrus and Seafood Snacks by MARUKA FOODS

Summer is upon us in Japan, and there’s no better way to welcome the heat than with citrusy and addictive…

12 July 2024
9 mins

Down Memory Lane: Diary of a Packaging Collector’s Travels Across Japan

Do you like collecting items from Japan? They include station stamps, train tickets, and even milk cartons, and each bring…
2 July 2024
8 mins

Slow Travels in Japan: Visiting the Land of Gods on the JR San’in Line

Have you travelled on the San’in Line before? The route traverses parts of Kansai and Chugoku, and offers passengers the…
14 June 2024
6 mins

Forest Bathing at Mount Daisen, One of Western Japan’s Holiest Mountains

Come and explore the city of Yonago in Tottori Prefecture! The city is a haven for hiking enthusiasts and nature…
14 May 2024
12 mins

Nihon Sankei (日本三景): The Three Scenic Views of Japan

Japan is an island nation that has always been known for its stunningly beautiful landscapes but even amongst these, there…

22 April 2024
9 mins

Spring Beginnings: 7 Things to Do in Japan in April and May

A symbol of new beginnings and hope, spring is a season in Japan eagerly anticipated by residents and visitors alike….

10 April 2024
13 mins

Happy Castle Day! (6 April): 10 Must-Visit Castles in Japan

Japan, a nation celebrated for its rich history and enduring cultural heritage, is particularly famous for its magnificent Japanese castles…

4 April 2024
8 mins

Beyond Blossoms: 9 Spring Festivals in Japan to Leap into This 2024

If you’re planning to visit Japan in spring time between March, April, and May, here are nine spring festivals to…
4 March 2024
7 mins

Happy Cat Day (22 February): 5 Cat Islands in Japan to Meet Feline Friends

In honour of Cat Day (Neko no Hi) in Japan every February 22, in this article we’ll introduce five cat…
22 February 2024
7 mins

The Wonders of Citrus: 5 Varieties of Citruses Found in Japan

If you have been to Japan during the colder months between December to February, you will notice the sudden abundance…

27 December 2023
3 mins

JR News: Price Revision of JR East Rail Passes for Foreign Visitors (2023)

With effect from 1 October 2023, JR East will revise the prices of various rail passes for foreign visitors to…
7 August 2023
3 mins

Shinkansense 101: Updates to the luggage rules onboard Japan’s bullet trains (May 2023)

Riding the shinkansen between Japan’s major cities like Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka with luggages? There’s a new luggage reservation service…
23 May 2023

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