Yadoya's family's travel diary

From Tunnels to Tales: A Journey Through Ashio Copper Mine

We visited the Asio Copper Mine. The Asio Copper Mine was a major copper mining site from the Edo period, supporting Jap...
Event / Festival

🎄 Tokyo Christmas Market 2025 in Shiba Park: Experience a European Winter Wonderland Beneath Tokyo Tower

When winter arrives in Tokyo, the city lights up with festive cheer—and nowhere captures the holiday spirit more beautif...
Sports

Experience the Fun of Japan’s Batting Centers: A Unique Sports Attraction for Everyone

If you’re visiting Japan and looking for something fun, energetic, and uniquely Japanese to do, a batting center is an e...
Trip

What is TOBU Japan Trip Tickets?

TOBU Japan Trip Tickets is a new digital ticketing platform launched by Tobu Railway in June 2025. It was designed espec...
Culture

How Do Japanese Celebrate Christmas? A Look at Modern Traditions and Unique Holiday Customs

Christmas in Japan is one of the most surprising cultural experiences for international travelers. While the holiday is ...
Trip

A Beginner’s Guide to Jetstar: Features, How to Book, and Popular Routes

Jetstar is one of the best-known low-cost airlines in the Asia-Pacific region, offering affordable flights to popular de...
Trip

Pop Culture + Anime Lovers Route: 7-Day Japan Itinerary for Otaku Travelers

Japan is a dream destination for anime fans, gamers, and pop-culture lovers—and this 7-day itinerary is designed to take...
Trip

How to Travel from Tokyo to Nikko: A Guide for International Visitors

Nikko, located in Tochigi Prefecture, is one of Japan’s most popular day-trip and overnight destinations from Tokyo. Fam...
Nikko

A First-Timer’s Guide to Exploring Nikko: One of Japan’s Most Timeless Destinations

Nikko, located just two hours north of Tokyo, is one of Japan’s most enchanting destinations for overseas visitors. Blen...
Food

Marugen Ramen: Discovering the Soulful Taste of Japan’s “Meat Soba”

When travelers think of Japanese ramen, images of tonkotsu broth from Hakata, miso ramen from Hokkaido, or shoyu ramen f...