I hate arriving late-night at airports. You’re tired, you’ve just been through a long flight, and now you have to figure out how to get to your accommodation.…
When you walk into a Japanese restaurant, you’re walking into a place with its own dining etiquette. I’ve made so many mistakes I could write a book about…
Kintsugi is one of those things that you can only truly experience in Japan. If you’re interested in this form of art, then a visit to a kintsugi…
When you hear the word sushi, the first country that comes to your mind is likely Japan. And when we hear about Japanese food, the first dish that…
Japan gives you the chance to create more than just memories. You can actually make your own chopsticks! Here you’ll find out more about how chopsticks are made,…
Nothing could be a buzzkill like finding out that shops and attractions are closed because it’s a public holiday. In Japan, public holidays, known as 祝日 (shukujitsu), vary…
Traveling to Japan blind or with a visual impairment might sound intimidating, but don’t let that hold you back. Japan is a country that has taken significant strides…
Ever dreamed of being inside a video game? Yeah, me too. And in Japan, you can do it. For two hours, you can be Luigi, doing real-life Mario…
A lot of visitors skip ryokans. Maybe they’re not sure what they’re about, or the price seems a bit high. But this is a classic Japanese experience you…