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Travel to Japan: but don’t forget to download these Apps!

Oct 6, 2025
BY Sarah Roach

Alright! Everything is packed. Got my passport. Let me not forget the camera to take some awesome memory shots. (Aren’t you forgetting something, though?) No, I seem pretty much prepared, unless…wait, do you mean my toothbrush? Nope! Is it my sunscreen? Not even! Guess again….or in […]

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THE IMPORTANCE OF AUTUMN IN JAPANESE CULTURE

Oct 5, 2025
BY Maria Diaz

Across the world, each season paints the landscape with its own mood and meaning. In Europe, we often connect the seasons not only with changing colors and shifting atmospheres, but even with music. Who hasn’t tried to guess which melody in Antonio Vivaldi’s magnificent The Four […]

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October in Japan: 31 Mindful Travel Affirmations

Oct 4, 2025
BY Lauren Shannon

Here in Japan, autumn invites us to slow down and notice change—the hush of a temple garden after rain, the warmth of tea between our palms, the quiet joy of a red maple leaf against a slate sky. At Arigato Travel, we see travel as a […]

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Explore the Retro Charm of Onomichi Along the Seto Inland Sea

Oct 3, 2025
BY Lauren Shannon

A Full-Day Guided Experience with Arigato Travel Nestled along the scenic Seto Inland Sea in Hiroshima Prefecture, Onomichi is a hidden gem beloved by artists, writers, and travelers who crave authenticity. While Hiroshima is often associated with the Peace Memorial Park and the famous island of […]

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Where Tradition Meets Flavor: Clovermusubi’s Award-Winning Dorayaki

Oct 2, 2025
BY Kristian Robinson

Clovermusubi is famous for their elegant hanko/inkan (traditional Japanese signature stamps), each one crafted with care and style. That same spirit of artistry shines through in their sweets. Their Shiawase Dorayaki — meaning “Happiness Dorayaki” — has captured hearts and earned the OMOTENASHI SELECTION gold award […]

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A Beer Lover’s Guide to Osaka: Best Breweries, Taprooms, and Hidden Gems

Oct 1, 2025
BY Christian Bur

Osaka is a city that knows how to have fun, and for beer lovers, it’s rapidly becoming one of the most exciting places in Japan to grab an ice-cold beer. With the number of independent breweries, stylish taprooms, and quirky bars rising, Osaka’s craft beer scene […]

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Tofu in Japan: A Simple Ingredient with Endless Possibilities

Sep 30, 2025
BY Nadia Moawwad

Tofu is one of Japan’s most beloved and versatile ingredients. Made by curdling fresh soy milk and pressing it into blocks, it is mild in flavor but rich in texture and nutrition. For centuries, tofu has been a staple in Japanese cuisine; light, healthy, and adaptable […]

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THINGS TO DO IN TOKYO IN OCTOBER 2025

Sep 28, 2025
BY Stella Masson

The Beginning of Autumn is here, and that means it's time for spooky season and disguises! Summer is over, and you think it is time to rest? Far from it, so let us show you the best things to do this October in Tokyo! From colorful […]

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Things to do in Osaka in October 2025

Sep 27, 2025
BY Isabelle Hyde

With October fast-approaching, bringing with it the conclusion of the highly popular Japan Expo 2025, it is time to look at Osaka’s roster of events for the next month! A good portion of October’s events are carry-overs that are continuing from September, but that’s all the […]

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A Taste of Japan’s Past and Present: Doburoku

Sep 26, 2025
BY Natalie Burnes

Japan is home to many different types of alcohol, varying in flavors, color, and even texture, but with so many different types, and many of them often being quite similar to one another, it can be hard to know what you're getting. From many having a […]

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