The Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Japan in 2026
Japan in spring is one of those experiences that sounds almost mythical until you actually see it. For a fewContinue Reading
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Best Onsen Towns in Japan for First Time Visitors
There is something about slipping into a steaming outdoor bath while snow falls quietly around you that makes Japan feelContinue Reading
Quiet Towns in Japan That Still Feel Like Traditional Old Japan
There is a Japan that still moves slowly. It exists far from Shibuya crossings and vending machine noise, in townsContinue Reading
The Ultimate Travel Guide to Niigata Prefecture, Japan
We arrived in Niigata the day after the first snow of the season. Roofs, fields, and distant mountains were lightlyContinue Reading
Hotel Review: NIPPONIA Sawara Merchant Town Hotel, Narita
There are places that feel like accommodation and then there are places that feel like you are stepping into theContinue Reading
Travel Guide: Narita City, A Gateway Into Japan
Most people touch down at Narita Airport ready to sprint toward Tokyo, but that is a mistake. Narita City sitsContinue Reading
The Ultimate Travel Guide to Osaka: Where to Stay, What to Eat & When to Visit
Welcome to Osaka, Japan’s kitchen, cultural playground, and one of the friendliest cities you’ll ever visit. With its neon-lit nightlife,Continue Reading
IKI Dining Potts Point: Michelin-Starred Ramen, Izakaya Plates and a World-Class Raw Bar
Sydney’s dining scene has a new star. In late August 2025, Potts Point welcomed IKI Dining, the latest venture helmedContinue Reading
Top 6 Language Learning Platforms to Improve Japanese Listening Skills
Learning Japanese can feel like an exciting challenge, especially when it comes to improving your listening skills. Listening comprehension isContinue Reading
Japanese Okonomiyaki Recipe
This recipe for Japanese Okonomiyaki is a classic pancake dish that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. With a crispy outerContinue Reading