Japan is a country distinguished for its meticulous attention to the changing seasons, encapsulating each shift with vibrant festivals and time-honored traditions. Within this annual round of celebrations, there’s one season that both Japanese locals and foreign visitors anticipate: the Read more…
Mount Fuji (富士山), situated in the heart of Japan, is more than simply a natural wonder; it’s a cultural symbol of eternal beauty and perfection. It’s iconic inverted cone shape has inspired poets, artists, and travelers for centuries. Today we Read more…
While Japan is known for being the world’s overwork capital, the New Year’s holidays in Japan provide an opportunity for everyone to unwind. Because New Year’s Eve is mainly a tranquil time spent with family (as opposed to the wild Read more…
The spirit of Christmas is in the air! While Easter is not a national holiday in Japan, because only around 1% of the population is Christian, it is felt across the country. If you visit Japan before the New Year, Read more…
The good news for tourists is that any season can be the best time to travel to Japan, making it difficult to choose when to go because each season has its own unique attractions. Spring, between March and May, and Read more…
A bit of history about Shodo In Japan, Chinese characters have a long and illustrious history. Around the fifth century A.D., or around 1,500 years ago, Chinese letters or kanji were brought to Japan from Korea or China. Since then, Read more…
Japan is one of the most beautiful countries on the planet. It’s a mix of busy cities and natural wonders. Definitely “a must” destination to visit, which of course, it is full of beautiful places to take photos and make Read more…
Many travelers go to Japan to shop. If you are an electronics and technology enthusiast, this post is for you as I will introduce you to the best electronics stores in Tokyo, the capital of Japan (a shopping paradise). Foreign Read more…
Religion in Japan is present in 2 major beliefs Shinto and Buddhism. Buddhism was brought to the mainland in the 6th century, whereas Shinto is as old as Japanese culture. Since then, the two religions have coexisted reasonably peacefully, even Read more…
I had postponed a trip to Japan for years due to cost concerns. I was apprehensive to visit Japan because of stories about the country’s exorbitant expenses. I’ve always admired Japanese culture, so I expected any trip to include plenty Read more…