Like this post? Help us by sharing it! With stunning countryside, a rich and storied history, and deep connections to samurai culture, visiting Aizu-Wakamatsu in Fukushima prefecture is a must if you want to get off the beaten track in Japan. Travel through the area and not only will you find a slew of lesser-discovered […]
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Tales from Tohoku: Life-changing memories from a truly special region of Japan
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! This month we observe the 10th anniversary of the 11th of March 2011 Tohoku Earthquake and the incredible effort millions of people all over the world have put into recovering this northern region of Japan. Tohoku is where you’ll find unspoiled landscapes, fascinating local culture, unforgettable festivals […]
5 unforgettable experiences you can have in Misasa Onsen
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Misasa Onsen, Yama/ PIXTA
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! I first visited the small town of Misasa, a town located in rural Tottori, the least densely populated of Japan’s 47 prefectures, in the height of summer in 2019. I was there to get the lowdown on the area in advance of leading a tour there later […]
The best alternative experiences in Japan
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Hiking around Kamikochi
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Sometimes, the best way to get under the skin of Japanese culture is through something you never thought of as Japanese at all. Take baseball, for instance. It may not scream Japan to you, but seeing how Japanese fans throw their hearts and souls into this quintessentially […]
Why the best place you’ll visit in Japan is somewhere you’ve never heard of
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! The “must-sees” are must-sees for a reason, but the real magic happens when you get away from the big-ticket sites. All of a sudden, people are coming out of their houses to say hello, surprised and delighted to find a foreigner in their little town. They’re ushering […]
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! The “must-sees” are must-sees for a reason, but the real magic happens when you get away from the big-ticket sites. All of a sudden, people are coming out of their houses to say hello, surprised and delighted to find a foreigner in their little town. They’re ushering […]