Culture

What Is the Traditional Christmas Meal in Japan? A Look at Japan’s Unique Holiday Flavors

Christmas in Japan may not be a traditional religious holiday for most people, but it has grown into a beloved cultural ...
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...
Kamakura

Hōkoku-ji: Kamakura’s Serene Bamboo Temple Hidden in the Hills

Located on the quieter eastern side of Kamakura, Hōkoku-ji—often called the “Bamboo Temple”—is one of the city’s most pe...
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...
December

Winter Illuminations in Shibuya and Shinjuku: Tokyo’s Brightest Seasonal Magic

Tokyo becomes a city of lights in winter, but few places capture the season’s charm as beautifully as Shibuya and Shinju...
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

Discover Tokyo with Hato Bus: A Classic Sightseeing Experience

When exploring Tokyo for the first time, one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to see the city is by joining a Hato...
Culture

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...
Trip

etstar vs. ANA vs. JAL: A Simple Comparison for Travelers

When choosing a flight in Japan, many travelers compare low-cost carriers like Jetstar with full-service airlines such a...
Kamakura

The Great Buddha of Kamakura: A Timeless Icon of Japan

Among all the historic sights in Kamakura, the Great Buddha of Kamakura, located at Kōtoku-in Temple, stands as one of J...