The first sensation you may feel as soon as you get to Shinjuku station may simply be being overwhelmed. Commonly recognized as the busiest train station in the world, it is easy to get lost in between the insane amount of people passing through it, all […]
Perfectly situated between the Seto Inland Sea and the Pacific Ocean, Shikoku is one of the primary puzzle pieces that makes the Japanese archipelago exactly what it is. Sporting an array of beaches, mountains, rivers, phenomenal food, culture, and history, the island will make your travels […]
You can hear the wind chimes and the chatter of the locals in the shops. You walk around to stumble upon tatami (Traditional Japanese flooring) merchants. Or the quirky life advice fortune tellers. The charm of Shotengai (Shopping Arcade) lies in the worn-down retro store signs […]
Kagawa (香川) is the smallest prefecture in Japan, known for its beautiful scenery and delicious food. Located in northeast Shikoku, neighboring the Seto Inland Sea and the Sanuki Mountains, a mountain range along the border of Tokushima Prefecture, there are many sights to see in Kagawa. […]
The name of Suruga Ward in Shizuoka City, which I'm introducing today, comes from its location facing Suruga Bay. The origin becomes evident when Suruga (駿河) is written in Kanji. In this context, the rivers created by melting Mount Fuji snow flowed into the sea like […]
Located in the Tohoku region of Honshu, Yamagata Prefecture is full of delicious foods and rich culture that are sure to satisfy both the palette and the curiosity of any traveling foodie. Hiyashi Ramen(冷やしラーメン) One beloved dish from the Yamagata region is hiyashi ramen, known in […]
If you head to western Honshu, bordering along the Sea of Japan, you will come across Tottori prefecture. Known for its rugged coastline featuring the long stretch of the famous sand dunes and hot springs with restorative properties, there is also an adventure waiting to be […]
Located on the coast of Japan’s southernmost island of Kyushu, Nagasaki Prefecture is full of delicious cuisines that are sure to please any traveling foodie. Nagasaki is packed with dishes that even some Japanese people have never tried, making it a perfect location for those wanting […]
Today we are happy to interview Quinlan, who created a Youtube channel called ‘Go North Japan’ to document his travels and give insights and recommendations to other travelers who are interested in visiting Japan. He has a passion for exploring, hiking, and sharing his experiences of […]
Wow! Isn’t it beautiful? Despite the temperature or colour of the seasons all year round, they each contain a special little magic of their own. Now when it comes to Japan, I’m telling you this magic multiplies by 10 (lols). Honestly, you would think the sights […]