Like this post? Help us by sharing it! 1. Japan has over 6,000 islands Japan is made up of a whopping 6,852 islands, each with its own distinctive character. The largest, Honshu, is roughly the size of Minnesota, and it’s where you’ll find Tokyo and Kyoto. Next-biggest is northerly Hokkaido, known for its excellent skiing […]
First-Timer’s Japan
A Guide to Staying Connected in Japan
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! In today’s wired world a question that we get asked frequently is, “will we be able to access the Internet during our vacation”. Whether it be for work, play or a bit of both, being connected on a daily basis is of utmost importance to many. Most […]
The Importance of Travel Insurance While Traveling in Japan
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Travel insurance
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! While travel insurance isn’t anything new, it’s still as essential to international travelers today as it was years ago. Specifically, travel insurance is designed to cover you abroad were you to get sick or become injured. Yes, many travelers already have healthcare plans, but each country’s healthcare […]
Do you Tip in Japan? Japanese Tipping Etiquette
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! It’s customary in many countries to tip your waiters, cab drivers, hair dressers, doormen, luggage handlers and more as a token of extra appreciation. But tipping isn’t customary everywhere. So with that being said, do you tip in Japan? The answer: As a rule, no! Tipping is not […]
A Beginner’s Guide to Japan
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Harajuku Fashion
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! We were lucky enough to have the lovely Rachel Schraer join us for a 2 month intern programme with Bristol University. Rachel is a talented writer who also pens her own blog (during her time here, a piece she wrote on Bristol went viral), so we asked […]
It’s Impolite to.. Your Guide to Basic Japanese Etiquette
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Japanese Etiquette Tips Slurping of noodles is not only polite, it is almost expected. Forget what your Mom told you – Never eat noodles without slurping! Public restrooms have a code of etiquette. Often you will find slippers at the doorway to a rest room. Use them […]
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Japanese Etiquette Tips Slurping of noodles is not only polite, it is almost expected. Forget what your Mom told you – Never eat noodles without slurping! Public restrooms have a code of etiquette. Often you will find slippers at the doorway to a rest room. Use them […]