Are you traveling to Japan for your first time? Japan is an exotic and fascinating country, and you will love its customs, food, and all the sights. Read this Japan Trip Planner to get started.
Are you looking for some gorgeous blossoms in early spring in Japan? Odawara is a short trip from Tokyo and has it all. We love the Japanese plum blossom festival and the Odawara castle.
Looking for a cultural fair that will bring you some good luck in the New Year? The Daruma fair and market will help you attain your dreams and wishes. Check it out.
Will you be in Tokyo in April? Are you ready to watch the cutest festival there ever was? The Nakizumo festival is all about babies and sumo wrestlers. Find out all about it right here!
Looking for an off-beat, unique and truly Japanese experience on your vacation? Kusatsu Onsen is as Japanese as it gets. Full of onsens (public baths) and great food, you won’t want to miss this amazing cultural experience.
Looking for some winter fun? The Matsumoto Ice Sculpture Festival sports one of the best ice sculpture competitions in the country. It’s cold, but fun. Click here to find out more about Matsumoto in winter.
Are you looking for a special, real Japanese-type of experience? Shirakawa-go Japan, is the perfect place to find a traditional Japanese roof village. When is the best time to go? Summer and winter bring lots of beauty to the gassho zukuri!
Unfortunately, the awesome Kawasaki Warehouse Arcade has permanently closed its doors. There are still some pretty amazing arcades in the Tokyo area but nothing quite like the warehouse. If you’re …
Visiting Tokyo but you need a break from the big city? A visit to Nokogiriyama is the perfect way to get out of the smog and crowds and into the mountains for some fresh air and maybe even a little Japanese culture!
Who loves baseball as much if not more so than we Americans? The Japanese, that’ who! And guess what? They have completely different ways of enjoying the game than we do. If you are looking for a great way to spend an evening and want to really enjoy a cultural tradition, go to a Japanese baseball game.