What is Ryokan? Ryokan is a Japanese Inn which basically reflect traditional Japanese style of accommodation from the facility through service....
Learm morePeople from outside Japan often ask me what they should do about their tattoos when they come to Japan, and if they should worry about them showing....
Learm moreOnsens, or hot spring baths, are definitely one of the reasons many tourists choose Japan as their getaway destination. Onsens are usually public...
Learm moreThere is a new version of this blog with updated information. Please view it here: Top 10 recommended Onsen (Hot Springs) to visit in Japan -...
Learm moreVisiting hot springs is truly a uniquely Japanese experience and most bathhouses hot springs stay open for long hours, allowing the bathers to...
Learm moreThinking of visiting Japan soon? The total number of visitors to Japan has increased more than 30% in Feb 2013 than last year (Feb 2012). One of the...
Learm moreLocated at about 100 km from Tokyo, Hakone is one of the most popular sightseeing spots for one-day or short term trips. During weekends and...
Learm moreWhen you have to deal with not so desirable weather on vacation, what do you do? Below is a list things to do on cold winter day in Tokyo, it's...
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