Did you know Japan is home to over 22 dedicated Pokémon Center stores, a brand-new theme park that opened just this year, hundreds of colorful Pokémon manhole covers, and special themed hotel rooms, and even airplanes? Whether you've been a fan since the 90s or just […]
Established in 1873, Nikko Kanaya Hotel welcomes guests with a timeless charm that has endured for generations. Just a short stroll from the ornate Toshogu Shrine, the hotel offers a unique mix of Western-style comfort and traditional Japanese architecture. Each of its four buildings, from the […]
Arigato Travel offers two distinct tours that introduce Hiroshima's specialty dishes and sake, focusing on the city center and the historic Saijo area. From the iconic Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki to the city's poignant history and efforts toward world peace, Hiroshima is rich with unique stories. Truly learning […]
Frequently, traditional-style accommodations in Japan are labelled as simply “inns.” However, just like the West has its hotels, motels, and B&Bs, Japan has its own distinctive categories of accommodation as well. Most Japanese inns can be categorized as either minshuku or ryokan, and to ensure you […]
Though millions of tourists are flocking to Japan, not all of its regions are feeling the merits. In many of Japan’s underrated destinations, in the midst of rustic villages and untouched natural landscapes, countless properties lay abandoned. These cultural landmarks come steeped in the history of […]
Let me just say, as a Kyotoite myself, I’ve stayed at quite a few hotels here. But it always felt like I was just staying there to sleep, take a bath, and store my luggage. That’s it. My recent stay at the Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu, […]
The Hotel Seiryu in Kyoto Kiyomizu offers a unique blend of modern comfort and traditional Kyoto atmosphere. Housed in a converted 1930s school building, it preserves the neighborhood's heritage while providing luxurious contemporary hospitality. From the carefully designed rooms to its prime location near Kiyomizu Temple, […]
Many people opt to travel during the holidays, but sometimes going from big city to big city isn’t enough to get that much-needed R&R. Especially in summer, when the crowds and concrete streets just make it feel all the more stuffy, you might want to escape […]
Picture this: waking up and looking out at white snow-capped mountains in a luxurious villa with your own private chefs and butlers pampering you during your stay. If you think that’s something out of a movie, I can assure you that it’s not! At HakuVillas, found […]
One of the main draws of visiting Japan has always been experiencing its rich history. Given the fact that the one-of-a-kind tradition unique to this incredible country is especially visible in the Kansai region, cities like Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara are often the top destinations for […]
