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Does Japan Celebrate Thanksgiving? Understanding Japan’s View on the Holiday and Its Unique Seasonal Traditions

Thanksgiving is widely known as a major holiday in the United States and Canada, celebrated with family gatherings, feas...

CultureEvent / Festival

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu is one of Kamakura’s most important cultural and historical landmarks—a grand Shinto shrine that h...

Kamakura

Universal Studios Japan (USJ), located in Osaka, becomes one of the most dazzling holiday destinations in the country wh...

Event / FestivalTheme parksWinter

Asakusa is known for its traditional charm—narrow streets lined with old-fashioned shops, the majestic Sensō-ji Temple, ...

DecemberSeasonTourist spotWinter

Kamakura is known for its temples, shrines, and rich history, but many travelers are pleasantly surprised to discover th...

KamakuraNature

Shopping for clothes in Japan is one of the most enjoyable experiences for international visitors. From stylish streetwe...

Shopping

When autumn arrives in Japan, the air turns crisp, the mountains glow with vibrant foliage, and markets are filled with ...

Culture

Nature + Cities (Tokyo → Hakone → Kyoto) — 7-Day Japan Itinerary for First-Time TravelersIf you want a Japan trip that b...

Trip

When it comes to Japanese food, many travelers think first of sushi, ramen, or tempura. But if you truly want to experie...

Restaurants and shops

Just a short ride from Kamakura, Enoshima and the iconic Enoden railway offer one of Japan’s most scenic coastal escapes...

Kamakura