Culture
Ryukyu Lantern Festival
It is said that in many moons ago in China, women were not allowed out of the house at night, except on the 15th day of the Ch..
Transportation
From Kansai Airport to Kyoto
Insider tips for best, cheapest and most stress-free way to and from Kansai International Airport to Kyoto and beyond, includi..
Transportation
Nagoya to Kyoto by Train
Your inside guide to the best and cheapest options to get from Nagoya to Kyoto
Transportation
Osaka to Narita by Train or Plane
With its renowned high speed rail network, it is easy to assume that the quickest way from Osaka to Narita Airport is by shinkansen...
Activities
Chitose Salmon Hometown Aquarium
It is said that when we partake of the salmon, we take on their essence, their determination and zest for life. It is time to open..
Accommodation
Fujitaya Guesthouse
I have been to Kyoto a dozen times, but it is only now when it has sunk in, as to what this place is all is about.
Transportation
Fly Direct From Sydney to Sapporo
Your insider guide to the best way for Australians to fly and visit Hokkaido from a Japan travel and tourism veteran, with direct..
Culture
Yubari Fantastic Film Festival
This little town in the depths of Hokkaido hosts to what it claims to be "The most fun movie festival in the world", so it is time..
Gallery
Ryukyu Lantern Festival
Okinawa
Nagoya to Kyoto by Train
Kyoto
Chitose Salmon Hometown Aquarium
Hokkaido
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Culture
The Origin of the Tea Ceremony
Gary LuscombeA look at the surprising history of the Japanese Tea Ceremony. We will also explore some of the more off the beaten path places..
Culture
Shibamata Toy Museum
Sleiman AziziThe Shibamata Toy Museum is a small toy museum on the second floor of a candy store in Shibamata, Tokyo. Full of nostalgic memories,..
Food
Naha Airport Restaurant
Bonson LamThe Goya Champaru lunch set here is recommended at just 650 yen. The spam had a caramelised bacon like flavor, being an ideal counterpoint..
Activities
Kawamura Kaneto Ainu Kinenkan
Valerie KorThe oldest Ainu museum in Hokkaido is in Asahikawa, built in 1916 by the retired Ainu chief, Kawamura Kaneto.