Japan

Let’s all welcome Barrique Tokyo, a Japan-based shop renowned for its exquisite collection of home furnishings, accessories, and decorative pieces ingeniously crafted from repurposed Kimonos. Each item breathes new life into these cherished Japanese textiles, showcasing unparalleled artistry and uniqueness. With a dedicated commitment to sustainability […]

Nestled in the heart of Japan’s premier ski destination, Chatrium Niseko offers a unique mix of luxurious comfort and adventure. Known for its world-class hospitality and stunning views of Mount Yotei, this vibrant hotel is more than just a place to stay-it’s an experience in itself. […]

Japan’s tourism is absolutely booming! According to Kyodo News,  over 30 million visitors from around the globe traveled to Japan between January and October this year. That’s not just an impressive number—it’s the fastest pace the country has ever seen for welcoming travelers. We couldn’t be […]

Get ready to explore the world with a unique and exciting perspective! Today, we're interviewing La Carmina, a travel TV host, blogger, and adventurer who combines her love of fashion with her passion for delving deep into off-the-beaten-path cultures. From Gothic cathedrals of Europe to hidden […]

Please welcome Kayoko San, an ikebana specialist who offers classes in Nagoya and sometimes in Tokyo! She has spent the past 7 years teaching ikebana to people from various countries and has been practising this amazing skill for almost 20 years. Her pieces are a real […]

Japanese tea is not merely just a beverage but the emblem and heart of Japanese culture, often known for its rich flavours and tons of health benefits. Tracing its roots back over a millennium, Buddhist monks introduced tea to Japan from China, which was quickly popularised […]

Do you all know what onomatopoeia is? Onomatopoeia is a way of expressing the things that don't make sound, such as states, actions, appearances, voices, sounds, textures, and emotions. Words like “woof woof” representing animal sounds are also the same. Interestingly, Japan has many onomatopoeic words […]

Do typhoons occur in your country? I'm from Japan, but I’ve been living in Lithuania for four years now, and I have never experienced severe natural disasters like those in Japan. I imagine many travelers visit Japan not just from places prone to hurricanes like the […]

Have you ever gone to a Japanese restaurant where instead of the typical fork, spoon, and knife set, you received… a pair of long sticks? Well, these “long sticks” are called chopsticks in the West, and are known as “hashi” (箸) or “ohashi” (お箸) (the polite […]

Everyone knows about World Ocean Day but did you know Japan has its own national version of this holiday? Umi no hi (海の日 also known as Marine Day, Sea Day or Ocean Day) is celebrated on the third Monday in July every year to show appreciation […]