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Japan’s Saviours: Women or Robots?

Japan has been facing many economic challenges. Could empowering women or working with robots be a way out?

Never Thought I Would Need a Notice to Go to the Toilets, Until… Japan!

Japanese toilets may be a little too sophisticated for forgeigners at times!

Hiking from Magome to Tsumago: Timeless Japan

Hike from Magome to Tsumago, two timeless villages, former Japanese post towns in the heart of the Kiso valley. Timeless and stunning!

Temple Hopping in Kyoto: Top 10 & Travel Tips

Our top 10 temples in Kyoto, from landmarks to secret gems, including travel tips.

Biking Patchwork & Panorama Roads in Biei, Hokkaido: the Provence of Japan!

Discover the unexpected landscapes of Biei, Hokkaido, Japan, the next best thing after a trip to the French Provence!

Japanese Religions: Temple or Shrine?

Learn about buddhist temples and shinto shrines to make your trip to Japan more interesting and to make sure to not offend anyone!

Wild Salmons of Hokkaido

Witness salmons juming up waterfall on the remote Hokkaido Island in Japan!

Shrines: A Brief Manual

Become shrine-confident in Japan and understand the do’s and dont’s.

Where & How to See Wild Bears in Japan

Observe bears in the remote Shiretoko National Park on Hokkaido, Japan!

Pampered in a Ryokan: Japanese Hospitality [+ Tips & Etiquette]

Experience a fantastic ryokan (Japanese inn) in Hokkaido, Japan and learn the do’s and don’ts.

An Exhilarating Hike in the Japanese Alps

Hiking Yari-dake and the third highest mountain in Japan is an adrenaline-packed adventure with the Daikiretto ridgeline and a fantastic view on Mount Fuji. Includes free elevation graph, GPS track and travel tips!

Tsukiji Fish Market and Tuna Auction [Tokyo]

Explore the Tsukiji fish market and its unique tuna auction in Tokyo.

Earthquake in Tokyo!

Experience an earthquake and learn the essentials tips at the Ikebukuro fire station and life safety learning center, Tokyo, Japan.

Road Trip on the Island of Shikoku

A road trip on Shikoku, Japan: between rugged mountains and beautiful coastlines.

The Magic of Koke-dera, the Temple of Moss [Kyoto]

Discover the hidden gem of Kyoto: the temple of moss (Koke-dera), with travel tips and admission details.

Commemorating the Dropping of the Atomic Bombs in Japan [Hiroshima]

A touching poem about Sadako Sasaki, a 12-year old victim of the Hiroshima atomic bomb, to commemorate the dropping of the atomic bombs on Japan, and their overwhelming destructive consequences.