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Mastering Waste Disposal in Japan: A Must-Know Guide for Travelers and Residents

Apr 25, 2025
BY Ai Tanizawa

If you have ever visited Japan, you might have noticed one surprising thing–there are so few trash cans in public spaces! Tourists often wonder, “How do the Japanese manage their garbage?” The answer lies in the long history and personality of the Japanese people. May 3rd […]

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Kyoto’s 3 Famous Festivals Bring the City’s Past to the Present

Apr 20, 2025
BY Graydon Lavallee

Having been Japan’s capital for over 1000 years, Kyoto has a rich, complex, and vibrant cultural tradition. The city is known for its imperial palace, countless temples and shrines, and its three important annual festivals, or matsuri, that celebrate the history of this timeless metropolis. Today […]

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Discover Japan Sustainably: How Your Travel Can Support the UN’s SDGs

Apr 18, 2025
BY Lauren Shannon

At Arigato Travel, we believe every journey should not only enrich your life but also leave a positive impact on the places you visit. As the world moves forward with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), we invite you to explore Japan in a way […]

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Enjoy Japan’s Summertime with Amusement and Water Parks

Apr 15, 2025
BY Natalie Burnes

Japan’s summers are known for getting quite hot and many look for ways to beat the heat. While there are popular methods, such as visiting a beach or taking a dip at the nearest pool, Japan has many more ways to escape the heat and have […]

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Why Join a Food Tour in Japan?

Apr 13, 2025
BY Madhuri Nagaraja

As a traveler, coming to a new country can sometimes be overwhelming. It is particularly true in the case of Japan, where each Prefecture, each city, and each area within those cities, have their own specialties and interesting places and eateries to discover. You feel amazed, […]

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Exploring Fukui: A Dinosaur Lover’s Dream Destination

Apr 12, 2025
BY Gale Warinthorn

Located in the northern part of the Kansai region, Fukui is bordered by the beautiful Sea of Japan and surrounded by greenery and tranquil mountains. The prefecture boasts rich natural beauty and deep historical attractions. But the area is infamous for one more thing: dinosaurs! In […]

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TASTE OF KITASENJU: LOCAL INSIGHTS YOU CAN TRUST

Apr 10, 2025
BY Chisato Takahashi

Kitasenju, located in the northern part of Tokyo, was famous for its post station called “Senju-juku” during the Edo period. Even though Senju-juku no longer exists, you can still feel the old town atmosphere in Kitasenju. Especially with Katsushoji Temple where the Tokugawa Ieyasu stayed on […]

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Not Just a Cafe: All You Need to Know About Kissaten

Apr 9, 2025
BY Natalie Burnes

Many may be familiar with Japan’s abundance of cafes and spots to get a quick drink, take a break to study, or even catch up on some work. You may think of the lively, sociable atmosphere full of chatter. However, there are certain types of “cafes’ […]

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Sumo Wrestling: Japan’s National Sport

Apr 7, 2025
BY Sebastian Venegas

My first experiences in martial arts began at a young age, piquing my interest in the different combat sports from around the world. I’ve always believed that martial arts and combat sports, such as Sumo in Japan, Brazilian Jiujitsu in Brazil, or Muay Thai in Thailand, […]

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TASTE OF UENO: PARK, ZOO, SAKURA SPOT, CULTURAL AND GASTRONOMIC CENTER

Apr 6, 2025
BY Laurent Lasmarenx

Ueno (上野), built on a hilly area commonly known as “Ueno no Yama” (Ueno Mountain), has developed as a cultural and artistic center since opening as Japan's first park in May 1876. Today, many important cultural facilities such as museums, art galleries, zoos, and art universities, […]

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