Trip About Japanese Money
Japanese CurrencyJapan uses the yen (¥) as its official currency. The yen is available in both coins and banknotes.1. Co...
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Restaurants and shops Matsu-no-ya: A Comforting Taste of Tonkatsu in Everyday Japan
When it comes to Japanese food, many travelers think first of sushi, ramen, or tempura. But if you truly want to experie...
Culture The Culture of Persimmons in Japan: Tradition, Cuisine, and Sweets
When autumn arrives in Japan, the air turns crisp, the mountains glow with vibrant foliage, and markets are filled with ...
Event / Festival Christmas at Universal Studios Japan: A Magical Seasonal Celebration
Universal Studios Japan (USJ), located in Osaka, becomes one of the most dazzling holiday destinations in the country wh...
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...
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...
Nikko Relaxing Hot Springs Near Nikko: The Best Onsen Escapes for Travelers
Nikko is famous for its breathtaking shrines, waterfalls, and mountain scenery, but one of its greatest treasures is fou...
Sports A Perfect Day of Snowboarding at Mt. Yakebitai Ski Resort
There are some days in winter when everything seems to align—the weather, the snow conditions, and the company of loved ...
Ueno Discovering Ueno Park: Tokyo’s Cultural and Natural Oasis
Exploring Ueno Park: Tokyo’s Cultural and Natural OasisLocated in the heart of Tokyo, Ueno Park (Ueno Kōen) is one of Ja...
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...