Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Many people are familiar with Japan’s traditional male-only Kabuki theatre – an ancient art form that continues to this day. Fewer people know that there is a modern counter-part performed entirely by women; Amy was lucky enough to see the all-female Takarazuka Revue perform this year. Like […]
Festivals & Events
5 reasons to visit Tokushima’s Awa Odori Festival
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! In August, Tokushima’s sleepy streets come alive with the bright lights, live music and general revelry of the Awa Odori Festival. While summer is the season for festivals across the country, this one is pretty darn special. Travel consultant Lucy braced herself for the festivities. Like this […]
Travel to Japan in October
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Our Digital Project Manager Claire looks back to two unforgettable weeks she spent in Japan during October. Here’s her lowdown on everything from the weather to the best places to spot Halloween costumes. Like this post? Help us by sharing it!
Cherry blossom: 5 alternatives for flower enthusiasts
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Ask anyone in the street when they’d like to travel to Japan and chances are they’ll say springtime, “for the cherry blossom”. It’s not hard to understand why, the annual arrival of the sakura (cherry blossom) is a sight to behold. Like this post? Help us by sharing […]
A guide to visiting Tokyo Disneyland
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Despite growing up in California, tour leader Brian Beatty can’t help but have a soft spot for Tokyo Disneyland. Here’s his guide to a stress-free trip. Like this post? Help us by sharing it!
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Despite growing up in California, tour leader Brian Beatty can’t help but have a soft spot for Tokyo Disneyland. Here’s his guide to a stress-free trip. Like this post? Help us by sharing it!