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There are dozens of traditional Japanese crafts adored around the world, from porcelain to lacquerware, wood and bamboo work, washi paper, dolls, and more. In… Read More »Bring Home Exquisite Traditional Japanese Crafts! Making Our Own Suruga Bamboo Ware in Shizuoka

Fall in Japan refreshes us with its cooler temperatures and crisp weather. The main highlight of the season is the fall colors in Japan, called… Read More »Fall Colors in Japan 2022: Best 8 Spots to See Japanese Maple Leaves (And When to Visit)

One of the things to consider when planning a trip to Sendai in winter is what the weather will be like in your destination. This… Read More »Visiting Sendai in Winter: Weather, Clothes, and Everything You Need to Know For Your Trip!

Arashiyama is a pleasant tourist destination on Kyoto City’s western side, popular for its beauty, attractions, and landmarks. It is often visited while traveling to… Read More »Where You Should Stay in Arashiyama: Best Areas & Hotels for Visitors

Ever heard of Izumo in Shimane prefecture, home to the most famous shrine in Japan for enmusubi (matchmaking)? Izumo is home to the only airport… Read More »5 Things to Do in Izumo this Autumn in Japan

Narita International Airport (NRT), one of Tokyo’s two main airports, is actually located a fair distance outside Tokyo’s center. There are a variety of different… Read More »Getting From Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to Tokyo: Complete Guide

Of the joys of Japan lies in enjoying its four seasons, each of which has completely different weather, foods, and sights. Early fall tends to… Read More »‘I was scared at first, but…’ – What surprises foreigners about autumn in Japan?

At Takoyaki Okoku, you can enjoy a 70-minute takoyaki buffet where you can customize ingredients and grill this dish yourself! For the uninitiated, takoyaki is… Read More »Takoyaki Okoku: We Sample Osaka’s ‘Wild’ 70-Minute Takoyaki Buffet

Of course, most of the milk you see in Hokkaido is locally produced and is fresh and delicious. Here are some recommended Hokkaido dairy products… Read More »Best of Hokkaido Milk: 5 Kinds of Locally Produced Dairy Products!

If you’re looking to work in Japan, check back here each week as we look through our database of top jobs in Japan posted to… Read More »2022 Top Jobs in Japan Week 42