Thick chewy noodles served in soy sauce based dashi broth, this simple Udon Noodle Soup is called Kake Udon in Tokyo and Su Udon in Osaka. READ: Udon ...
???Higashiyama is a station on the Tozai Line of the Kyoto subway one stop east of Sanjo Keihan Station (the interchange station with the Keihan Line) ...
The Sumida River circuit of the Seven Deities of Good Fortune in Tokyo is the very first of this type of New Year pilgrimages: it was devised in 1804 ...
After graduating from Monash University with a major in Japanese language and culture, my enduring fascination with Japan has led me to numerous perso ...
When we think about traveling somewhere, certain questions are obvious. Where should I go, and when" Where should I stay" What should I see" To these ...
???A tanuki is a raccoon dog in Japanese, and in Japanese culture the tanuki has become a symbol of chubby good cheer and fortune (a comparatively rec ...
We believe planning a trip to Japan should be fun and stress-free, yes, even in the time of coronavirus (Covid-19). For many of us, the act of trip-pl ...
??Stone working is believed to have begun in Japan during the Tumulus Period and developed with the introduction and spread of Buddhism throughout Jap ...
Kouhakunamasu resembles traditional Japanese ribbons and kouhaku means red and white. Red and white are the colors typically associated with ce ...
Happy New Year! If you want to kick off the month of January with some fun, start with these events. For more information on how to welcome 2024 the ...
?????The full heat of summer (natsu ?) has just come to Japan, and, being the weather, it\'s often the first thing Japanese people mention when the ...
Simple yet deeply flavorful, Shio Koji Salmon is the best way to enjoy the Omega-rich fish. READ: Shio Koji Salmon ?????? ...
?????The grounds of Tenryuji Temple in Arashiyama, Kyoto include a noted Zen vegetarian restaurant, Shigetsu, serving classic shojin ryori set meal ...
??This walk (about 2 miles in length and packed with stuff to look at and enjoy) will take the average person about 3 hours to complete (not including ...
Learn about the different Japanese vegetables used in Japanese cuisine, how it\'s eaten, the health benefits, and substitutions. READ: Unique Japanes ...
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We’re thrilled to welcome guest writer Kimi Sugiyama to introduce us to Tokyo’s best day hikes. Don’t miss the final mountain â� ...
?????After the Tsunami, Japan?s Sea Creatures Crossed an OceanNew York TimesJapan Special BBCKoike\'s opposition to foreign residents\' right to vote ...
????Kyoto once had an extensive system of streetcars (trams) up until the 1970\'s when they were torn up and largely replaced by Kyoto city buses, whi ...
Another review is in for Super Cheap Hokkaido! This time John at well-known blog Japan Australia has written a review of the book. Please have a read ...
??Kibune, just a bit north of Kyoto city, is one of Kyoto\'s most popular summer destinations for a number of reasons. It\'s cool and green, and home ...
Lake Suwa in Nagano Prefecture offers plenty of activities for visitors, soak in relaxing hot springs, visit Takashima Castle ruins, stop by the hist ...
Lake Hamana in Hamamatsu has been the largest producer of eel in Japan for over 100 years. It?s not a surprise the best known food in Hamamatsu is un ...
?????Busta Shinjuku opened today - a brand new highway bus and taxi station across from the South Exit of Shinjuku Station that was completed after te ...
