Travel Tips
We have compiled practical information you should know for a comfortable trip to Japan.
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Convenience Stores in Japan – Small Sh…
Japan’s convenience stores, known as konbini, are one of the country’s greatest modern inventions. Found on almost ev…
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Etiquette for Visiting Shrines and Tem…
Japan has long had two types of religious facilities: shrines and temples. Shrines are places of worship for Shinto, …
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Goshuin – The Art of Sacred Seals in J…
In Japan, many visitors to temples and shrines carry a small book filled with beautiful calligraphy and red stamps. T…
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Sengakuji Temple – The Story of the 47…
The Story of the Ako Rōshi and Sengaku-ji TempleOne of Japan’s most famous tales of loyalty and honor is the story of…
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Junpai – The Japanese Pilgrimage Tradi…
Junpai (巡拝) refers to the Japanese practice of making a pilgrimage to a series of sacred sites, such as temples or …
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The Six Realms of Existence in Buddhis…
In Buddhist belief, all living beings go through an endless cycle of birth, death, and rebirth called “samsara”. Our …
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What Is Tempura? Japan’s Crispy Classi…
Tempura – A Taste of Japanese TraditionTempura is one of Japan’s most famous traditional dishes. It consists of seafo…
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Rickshaw Rides in AsakusaOne of the best ways to explore Asakusa is by taking a traditional rickshaw ride. Pulled by …
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What is Kamon ?
This picture is TOKUGAWA kamon.Kamon, or family crests, are traditional symbols that represent Japanese families and …
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The Charm of Japan’s Fast Food and Eve…
Japan’s food culture is one of the most diverse and fascinating in the world. While many people associate Japan with …