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Sushi, one of Japan’s most iconic foods, is commonly enjoyed throughout the world in revolving conveyor “kaiten” restaurants and more. Osaka, the home of revolving… Read More »Osaka’s Mega-Sized Sushi at ‘Ganso-Bucchigiri Zushi Uoshin’: 4x Bigger Than Usual

Coming to Japan for the first time comes with a difficult decision: where exactly in this amazing country do you go first? Osaka main image:… Read More »Osaka VS Tokyo: Which Japanese City Is Worth Visiting First?

Osaka is the first stop of many tourists heading to the Kansai region because of the amazing number of things to see, do, eat, and… Read More »Where to Eat in Osaka: Best Osaka Foods to Try & The Tastiest Shops of 2022

Nikko, located in northwestern Tochigi Prefecture, is an idyllic, picturesque town teeming with historical sites, breathtaking wilderness, and delectable delicacies. The town flourished as a… Read More »20 Fun Things to Do in Nikko: Recommendations for First-Time Visitors

If you’re like me, gift-giving is one of the hardest parts of the holiday season. While I can’t help everyone, I can offer you some… Read More »5 Must-Have Japanese Kitchen Items to Gift

While other countries were quick to open up following the end of the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Japan took its time. First, returnees were… Read More »5 Things to Know About Traveling to Japan in 2022 and Beyond

There’ll be more to do than just shopping at the new Animate flagship location. It’s been a rough couple of years for Tokyo’s otaku-oriented businesses,… Read More »Tokyo’s huge new anime entertainment complex reveals opening date, floor guide

On October 11, 2022, Japan reopened its borders to independent travelers, bringing the country one step closer to tourism as usual. With this change, many… Read More »Are Masks Required in Japan? Manners & Travel Etiquette for Foreign Visitors to Keep in Mind