8 Tips to Best Enjoy Your Trip in Japan's Big Cities
These tips are gleaned from many city trips where I made mistakes and suffered from it, or where I really listened to good advice about travelling and had a fantastic time.
August 19, 2017
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A Great Day in Takayama
It is off the beaten path, offers uniquely local food, and can serve as a great refresher as life there is opposite to the hustle and bustle of Nagoya.
March 25, 2017
Kirin Yokohama Beer Village Factory Tour
Come here to see why it is one of the most popular beers in Japan and how it is made.
March 23, 2017
Dating in Japan: A How to Guide
New to dating in Japan? Here are certain tips on what to do and what not to do to make your date with that special someone perfect.
August 6, 2016
Gohyaku Rakanji
One of the Important Cultural Assets of Tokyo, Gohyaku-rakan (五百らかん) or the 500 Arhat (Sanskrit), is located at Meguro-ku, Tokyo in the temple of Gohyaku Rakanji. Out of the 305 Buddhist sculptures, you might find a familiar face or two.
April 23, 2016
Mapping Japan, The Convenient Way
This series is more of acquainting the newbies and first-time visitors on the conveniences available that is currently in effect with the Japanese transportation system with which even the most OCs of persons would marvel at. Read on and enjoy your stay in Japan!
June 11, 2015
Home Sweet Home: How to Rent the Perfect Place in Japan
To the uninitiated, Japan’s rental property market can seem like a never-ending spiral of confusion, frustration and disappointment. It doesn’t have to be that way however, and with a little bit of knowledge and some ingenuity, finding a good place to live during your extended stay here can actually be pretty straightforward.
May 21, 2015
How to Teach English in Japan
Teaching abroad is a fantastic experience that looks great on your resume and gives you the opportunity to get paid to travel. In most cases, learning the native language of the country isn't a necessity, and job contracts can be from a few months to a few years long.
April 7, 2015
Harajuku Visitor’s Center: Moshi Moshi Box
Located in the heart of Harajuku you will find a brightly colored building that has a large Harajuku inspired clock. This building your passport to Harajuku, and all things kawaii. The Moshi Moshi Box serves as a visitor’s center to one of Tokyo’s most well known areas, Harajuku.
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March 27, 2015
A Guide to Tokyo's Subway System
This article describes Tokyo's underground subway system further, including how the system works, how to navigate around using a map, and how to buy a ticket, all without having to speak any Japanese.
March 16, 2015
