When you think about Tokyo Disney, the classic rides, fireworks, and characters come to mind first, but for many visitors, especially locals who go year after year, the food can be just as memorable. The park has built a reputation for iconic snacks and food with […]
Japan is known for its bullet trains, polished stations, and famously efficient rail network. But there is one train ticket that still feels like a bit of an insider secret among international visitors: the Seishun 18 Kippu. At first glance, the name can be misleading. “Seishun” […]
Soba is a traditional and popular Japanese staple food, loved across the land of the rising sun for its soft and chewy texture, as well as for the positive connotations and favorable symbolism it holds, being associated with longevity due to the length of its noodles. […]
Picture this: you’re a salaryman, a corporate worker in Japan who’s just finished a 12-hour workday with overtime. You enter an izakaya with your colleagues, order jugs of beer, cheer, and chug the whole thing. You let out a sigh of relief. This is what it […]
It’s another bright and sunny day in Tokyo, and there is a special feeling in the air: it’s match day at the Japan National Stadium! Before the stadium is even in sight, the atmosphere begins to build. Fans move through nearby stations in team colors, while […]
This year marks something truly special for us: 10 years since Arigato Travel began. Over the past decade, we’ve had the joy of exploring Japan alongside so many of you, sharing meals, stories, cultural experiences, and unforgettable moments. And wow… a lot has changed since 2016. […]
Step into a quiet shopping street at dusk. A flickering neon sign hums above a coffee shop window. The air smells faintly of tobacco, soy sauce, and rain on concrete. This is the Showa aesthetic, a visual and emotional time capsule that has quietly captured global […]
While many travelers focus on the inland shrines of Ise, the true character of this region is found along the ria coastline of Toba. The purpose of this article is to introduce you to a side of Japan that remains largely untouched by mainstream tourism by […]
Yutenji is a quiet residential area located in Meguro-ku, with easy access to popular main areas such as Shibuya and Nakameguro, being only one train stop away from the latter. The district itself actually once belonged to the Kamimeguro and Nakameguro villages during the Edo period […]
If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to visit Japan, this is it. In September 2026, the Asian Games will arrive in Nagoya, transforming this dynamic yet often overlooked city into one of Asia’s most exciting destinations. With world-class sporting events, a lively international atmosphere, […]
