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The following is a recommended sightseeing course starting from Atami Station, which includes all that you would like to do in Atami, such as hot spas, gourmet seafood dishes, and relaxation at the beach. Atami has many aspects, including hustle-bustle near Atami Station and a nostalgic atmosphere in the back streets. It is recommended to take the Yu-Yu Bus to visit Atami Castle on the hill.
1.Explore along Atami's Nakamise shopping street with its incredible array of shops!2.Atami's fresh seafood dishes are sure to satisfy!3.Atami onsen: Incredible area for Tokyo day trippers looking to relax at Atami's hot springs!4.Atami Sun Beach: Resort area with a tropical atmosphere!5.The most photographed place with a statue based on a novel6.Atami Castle: An observatory commanding a view of the whole area!1.Explore along Atami's Nakamise shopping street with its incredible array of shops!
Along Nakamise shopping street and Heiwa shopping street, close to Atami Station, are ..

It’s no secret that Japan loves gifts. Whenever a co-worker returns from a holiday or business trip, they’ll bring you something small from the region. Other gifts are often exchanged when visiting a home, celebrating a festival, or when you simply haven’t seen someone in a while.

But what about when you don’t know the person that well? What’s a good housewarming gift for your neighbor or when you want to apologize? Well, then you’d give them a towel of course! What else?

If you’re not from Japan, a towel may not be what first comes to mind, so let’s learn more about this cultural phenomenon.

Why towels?
Photo: iStock/ GOLFXStrong connections in your towel and in life.
There is a good reason for giving towels as a gift. Towels are made by weaving threads together, which makes them a good omen for lasting relationships.

With that in mind, towels are also considered a nice wedding gift, as they are reminiscent of the “Red Thread of Fate” that connects two destined lovers. Money is us..

With Japan’s borders opening back up to individual foreign travelers for the first time since 2020, visitors to Tokyo will find plenty of new spots around town worth visiting. From the well-known city centers of Shinjuku and Shibuya to locations farther afield in Odaiba and Tokyo Disney Resort, the capital continues to evolve with time.

Here are five places to have on your radar for your next trip to Tokyo.

1. Japan Olympic Museum
Photo: Joshua Meyer
At the Japan Olympic Museum, you can experience pieces of Olympic history through seasonal exhibitions of photos, art, and competition equipment. Online reservations are currently required. The building is across the road from the new National Stadium, where the opening and closing ceremonies for the 2020 Summer Games were held.

Stadium tours are available through the official website (Japanese only), with the basic one (¥1,400 for adults) offering a peek at areas that are usually off-limits such as the racetrack and locker rooms. A VI..

The Dotonbori Konamon Museum is a perfect place to visit in Osaka with family. Konamon is what foods that are based on flour, like takoyaki and okonomiyaki, are called. It has been open since 2011 and very popular with tourists, to enjoy takoyaki, the soul food of Osaka, in a variety of fun ways.
A dojo where takoyaki is hand-cooked on copper plates, a warehouse where takoyaki sample models are made, and an exhibition panel that teaches the history of Dotonbori and konamon culture… and of course, takoyaki.
To Kansai locals, takoyaki is a specialty, yet I was surprised about all the many unexpected discoveries I made here when visiting with my kids.
Dotonbori Konamon Museum – Just Takoyaki?
Takoyaki is a very familiar food to the people of Kansai. Sometimes they are the main dish, other times they are served as snacks, with alcoholic drinks, as a party dish, as a snack for your guest… there is an amazing variety of ways in which takoyaki makes its appearance. Nonetheless, I have n..

Run by famous Kyoto cosmetics brand, Yojiya, the beloved Yojiya Cafe in Arashiyama will be offering a special take-out sweets menu this spring!
With the new multi-layered parfait-like crepe as the highlight, it’s now easier than ever to grab a bite while checking out Kyoto’s most famous sights! Let’s take a closer look!
What Kind of Brand is Yojiya?
If you're not familiar with the brand, established in 1904, Yojiya is most famous for its iconic blotting paper featuring a drawing of a face on the package.
The founder, Kunieda Shigeo, who was once consulted during movie production regarding facial gleam, created a product to remove facial oil from paper used in gold foil production.
The product worked extremely well at reducing facial gleam on camera, and its popularity began to expand throughout the ‘Kagai’ – traditional areas in Kyoto full of teahouses and geigi/maiko.
After spreading across Japan, Yojiya’s products eventually began to be exported overseas, marking the peak of..

Visit Yamagata Prefecture, in Japan's Tohoku region, and you'll fall in love. Known as “another Japan over the mountains,” when the fall leaves in Yamagata start turning colors, this popular tourist destination truly glows with its unique culture, food, and natural beauty.
Yamagata Prefecture is dyed with vivid autumn colors from mid-October to late November, especially in the mountains. People come from all over the country and globe to see the beautiful color-changing foliage. But there's also the stunning scenery from the surrounding valleys and mountain paths, plus the famous onsen hot springs, historic shrines and parks, and more!
Let's look at 10 great spots for fall leaves in Yamagata, where you can enjoy the autumn colors, as well as the best time to see them.
3 Yamagata Onsen Ryokan: Enjoy Autumn Colors While Peacefully Soaking in Hot Springs
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1. Zao Ropeway: The many shades of autumn foliage seen from up above..

Yokocho (side streets) are narrow alleys lined with a myriad of smokey izakaya (Japanese pubs) and bars tucked in the backstreets of Japan’s busy cities. You can expect to be squeezed in with the locals, knocking back a cold beer or three and enjoying a no-frills, laid-back atmosphere late into the night. Over the last few years, we have seen a boom in the new “Neo-Yokocho” in Tokyo. They’re bigger, a little more stylish and tend to be in the comfort of a building rather than on street level.

Head to one of these five new Yokocho in Tokyo’s metropolis for a unique Japanese dining experience.

1. Asakusa Yokocho
Photo: Rachel LeeFinish off your tour of Asakusa with a nightcap at Asakusa Yokocho.
Asakusa is an iconic area of Tokyo with its rich history and culturally significant attractions. After taking in the sights at Senso-ji Temple and exhausting all of the shops along Nakamise Dori, why not carry on the party at the newly opened Asakusa Yokocho.

On the fourth floor of the Tokyo R..

'Kaiseki' is one of the more intricate forms of Japanese cuisine you might come across. As soon as they learn of it, many people may even like to try authentic Japanese cuisine kaiseki when they visit Japan. However, some people may be hesitant to give it a go because they think the etiquette involved may be complicated.
This article, supervised by Food Journalist Kazuhiro Soga (of Creators Factory Ltd.), will detail what kind of food kaiseki is, what order it is served on the menu, and any rules for eating it.
1. What Exactly is Kaiseki Ryori?
Kaiseki Ryori (懐石料理) is a type of cuisine that was served at tea ceremonies (cha-kaiseki), and after the kaiseki meal, a tea called koicha was served.
There is some detailed etiquette involved, but the main premise is the host “entertaining” guests.
To express the tea ceremony philosophy of “wabi sabi” (a world view centered on the acceptance of transience and imperfection), dishes are prepared based on the three themes of using seas..

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Real-estate SalesCompany: Real Estate Distribution System Salary: ¥1,500 ~ ¥2,200 / HourLocation: Tokyo, JapanEnglish: Business levelJapanese: Business levelApplication: Must currently reside in JapanThis real estate company in Tokyo is looking for sales staff to help deal with overseas customers.
Your main duty will be to manage property sales activities and on-site viewings.
You must have prior experience. Candidates with Chinese abilities are highly appreciated.
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Day/Night Front Staff and Reservation StaffCompany: Ivy HospitalitySalary: ¥200,000 ~ ¥400,000 / Month, NegotiableLocation: Hokkaido, JapanEnglish: Business levelJapanese: Business levelApplication: Overseas applications OKIvy Hospit..