Posts Tagged ‘Things to do’

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Holidays in Japan – Christmas & New Years

Winter is one of the most popular seasons to visit Japan but many of us were restricted to go this year (including myself!). Christmas is always a highlight, and we all love to end the year on a joyful note! Below are some fun facts about Holiday traditions that are unique to Japan and useful information to plan your next trip to travel during this season! […]

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Authentic Places to Visit from Osaka to Hiroshima – The Unforgettable Setouchi 8 Day Trip

  Osaka and Hiroshima are in most first-time travellers to Japan bucket-list. If you have a bit more time, there are plenty of great sights between the two cities to make your trip to Japan a more special memory. Here is my selection of 8 great sights to visit on your way down the Seto inland sea coast.     Kobe   Is famous worldwide for […]

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Tokyo Retro Game Store Guide – Where to Buy for Beginners

  It is widely considered amongst the gaming community worldwide that Japan is the mecca of video games. Japan has a long history of being at the forefront of the industry with companies like Nintendo, Sony and Square Enix dominating the competition. Many collectors all over the world travel to Japan now to buy the old school games from their childhoods or to complete their extensive […]

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Okinawa Travel – 16 Must-Visit Spots on Okinawa’s Main Island

  Okinawa is a beloved holiday destination among Japanese people. Okinawa is positioned like Hawaii in Japan because it has a tropical climate, white sandy beaches, coral sea, friendly people and a rich cultural background which has a different origin from traditional Japan. Okinawa is one of the most amazing destinations to visit when you are in Japan. When you visit Okinawa, surely you will want […]

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An Introduction to Japan’s Game Centres!

  Despite the decline of amusement arcades in the Western world, Japan’s Game Centres have increased in popularity from the 1960s to present and have become a part of the culture. Experience it for yourself on your next trip to Japan!     What are Game Centres?    A Game Centre, or (amusement) arcade, holds a variety of different game machines and experiences designed to entertain. In […]

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Things to Do in Tohoku Japan in Winter – Winter Activity Selections

  Tohoku, the region north of Tokyo has many top-class ski resorts and most are easily accessible by train, making it a great area to head to for winter fun. There are also many other winter activities you can experience in the Tohoku region and many of them, I would argue, is way better than skiing or snowboarding.   Whether it is relaxing sore muscles in […]

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Why I love Japan in Winter – foods and culture to warm you up

  Cherry blossom and Autumn leaves are very sought-after times to plan a trip to Japan, but Winter has a few perks that are worth considering. Here is to why I love Japan during the cold months.   Seasonal produce   From left to right: fresh oysters, snow crab, traditional imagawayaki hot cake, fugu sashimi Japan is the place to explore new foods. On the street, […]

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