10 Interesting Things to do in Oita, Japan (that aren’t the Hells)
Oita Prefecture in Kyushu is just one and a half hours by plane from Tokyo and is the perfect addition to a trip to the …
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Kyoto Hidden Gems: 7 Top Things to do in Kyoto You’ve Never Heard Of
Kyoto is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Japan. Often seen as the perfect counterbalance to modern and futuristic Tokyo, Kyoto is the …
How a bottomless water ladle aids your safe childbirth in Japan
Japanese water ladles, known as hishaku, are a common sight in Japan. Traditionally made of bamboo, you can find them at the entrance of shrines …
Life Update: Moving from Japan to Australia
It’s been a while since our last life update and a LOT has happened. After 10 wonderful years, we have packed up our lives in …
12 Incredible and Interesting Things to do in Ibaraki, Japan
While many people spend the majority of their Japan holiday time in Tokyo, most don’t realize that there are a whole host of amazing attractions …
Saying goodbye to the Heisei era – what happened and why it’s significant
Today marks the final day of the Heisei era in Japan. It’s a rainy day here in Tokyo, which some might say is a shame, …
5 Reasons you Should Visit the Sanriku Coast of Iwate in 2019
If you’re looking for the perfect place for a little Japanese seaside getaway with great food, a dramatic coastline and the friendliest locals, the Sanriku …
Toyota City Guide: Top Things to do in Toyota, Japan
“If Toyota catches a cold, Nagoya does.” This local saying expresses just how much influence Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture’s second largest city with around 420,000 …
Ao no Dokutsu: Blue Cave Shibuya Illumination 2018
The Shibuya Ao no Dokutsu, meaning the ‘Shibuya Blue Cave,’ is the closest and most spectacular winter illuminations near Shibuya Station. The event started in …