15 Things to Do in Fukuoka
Here we present 15 things you can see, do, and experience in Fukuoka.
Food & DrinkNatureShoppingTravel TipsKyushu
May 15, 2018
Category: Shopping
Japan can truly be a shopper's paradise. Japanese people love to bring home souvenirs from their travels, and gift-giving has a strong tradition, meaning that even small towns deep in the countryside usually have an array of local specialties for sale. Of course there is no lack of shopping opportunities in urban areas, whether you are looking for a unique gift or the latest fashion trends.
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The Annual Arita Porcelain Market 2018: A Trip Off the Beaten Track
Every year between April 29th and May 5th, a period with a cluster of national holidays known in Japan as Golden Week, the village of Arita holds a festival about all things porcelain
May 1, 2018
10 Unique Items Only Found in Japanese Hardware Stores
You will find power tools, gas torches, multi-purpose folding knives, and all the usual goodies found in hardware stores anywhere in the world. But as always there are subtle cultural differences. What kinds of cultural differences can you expect in these hardware stores?
April 19, 2018
Takamatsu: Shikoku's Hidden Gem
As the largest city on the island and location of the main transport hubs for commuting between Shikoku and the mainland, Takamatsu, in Kagawa Prefecture, is the most commonly visited city on the island. What does Takamatsu have to offer the average tourist, looking to get the most out of their tour of Japan?
April 19, 2018
The Artisanal Pride Of Edo in Nihonbashi
Some of the oldest merchants still have shops that trace back their history to hundred of years ago, and they are true artisans who take pride in producing one thing. Products range from traditional Japanese sweets to pickles.
April 5, 2018
20 Things to Do in Kawasaki
Kawasaki is not just a Japanese motorcycle company, it is an industrial metropolis where visitors can wander and find an abundance of discovery. Here we look at the 20 best things to do in this amazing city just 1 hour from Tokyo.
AttractionsCultureShoppingTravel TipsKanto
March 1, 2018
15 Things to Do in Shiga
Most tourists come for Lake Biwa, but Shiga prefecture actually offers many interesting activities and beautiful landscape. Here are the top 15 things you might want to do here.
NatureShoppingTravel TipsKansai
January 26, 2018
An Introduction to Nishi Chayagai: Kanazawa's Hidden Treasure
The Japanese refer to Kanazawa as Sho-Kyoto, or Little Kyoto, and at no time is this more evident than when taking in the historic atmosphere that can be found in the city’s three chaya (teahouse) districts.
AttractionsShoppingTravel TipsChubu
November 27, 2017
Let's Make a Ring in Nakameguro
Are you planning to celebrate a special day here in Tokyo? Anniversary, honeymoon, or perhaps your birthday? If these are the cases for you, how about creating rings of your own in Nakameguro, Tokyo?
October 14, 2017
Shopping in Shinsaibashi: A Visitor’s Guide to Osaka's Largest Shopping District
Shinsaibashi is one of Japan’s most vibrant and fastest-growing shopping venues. Be sure to drop by for a visit next time you are in Osaka!
September 2, 2017
Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter: Live the Edo Period in Okayama
Kurashiki is one of the most beautiful places in Japan, and yet remains unknown to many people.
AttractionsCultureShoppingChugoku
August 31, 2017
Toy Sapien's Spiderman: Homecoming Pop-up Store: With Toys That are Amazing (Open Until Aug. 31)
Spiderman: Homecoming is the feature toy theme throughout the store. At the Jingumae’s Toy Sapien headquarters in Tokyo we see right from the outside that this is going to be something completely different.
August 29, 2017
A Guide to Vintage Shopping in Tokyo
At most, when it comes to vintage shopping, it all comes to deciding on two precious resources: time and money.
August 10, 2017
Denim Experience in Kojima Jeans Street, Okayama
Buying jeans in a shopping mall is a common thing; buying jeans from a jeans city is a whole new experience.
August 2, 2017
Top Things to See & Do in Ikebukuro, Tokyo
Originally, Ikebukuro was called Sugamo, and hosted various artists and foreign workers. Now, Ikebukuro is the one of the busiest train stations in Tokyo, and the world.
July 22, 2017
Tanukikoji: Sapporo’s Oldest Shopping Arcade
Tanukikoji–Sapporo’s oldest shopping arcade–is a roofed souvenir paradise that boasts a kilometre-long stretch with two hundred shops and seven streets worth of tourist-friendly shopping.
July 8, 2017
Shopping Paradise of Western Tokyo: Lalaport in Tachikawa Tachihi
This large mall is a shopper’s paradise, attracting people coming straight from work on weekdays, or couples enjoying a date night on the weekend.
July 5, 2017
Japanese Conbini Wars
There is one question that is likely to stir up passions and cause ruptures in Japanese friendships like no other. And that question is: “Which is the best convenience store?”
June 24, 2017
