Tips & Tricks

What will you think of when hearing about Japan? Cherry blossoms are a must item for Japan. There are lots of photos and videos about cherry blossoms during Spring every year, but do you really know how the Japanese enjoy the season? What is hanami? Hanami, meaning “flower viewing”, is the Japanese traditional custom of... View tour

Since ancient times, people build statues to celebrate famous or important people of the time, pay a tribute to someone who has done something for the society or the country. And often travelers include those landmarks in spots to visit during their trip. Well, also in Tokyo you can find statues of historical characters, like... View tour

Odaiba is a man-made island in the Tokyo Bay that was created at the end of Edo Period to protect Tokyo against possible attacks from the sea under Commodore Perry. In fact, you can still find the ruin of daiba (the gun battery) in Odaiba Park, located just a short walk from Odaiba Beach. Nowadays,... View tour

Harajuku, the center of kawaii and teen fashion in Tokyo, is known for its vibrant landmark – Takeshita Street. Takeshita Street, the heart of all things trendy and weird, is a must visit in Tokyo that’s featured in every guidebook. There are plenty of fun things to do at Takeshita Street (or Takeshita Dori) from... View tour

The beginning of Japanese summer is marked by tsuyu, the rainy season. The weather during the rainy season is unstable and rain can occur at any time. This season is usually characterized by light and misty rains with high humidity and high temperatures. Japan’s rainy season occurs during the transition from spring into summer. Atmospheric... View tour

If you don’t have much time in Japan, one way to discover more of Japan’s history, culture, landmarks, and natural highlights is to take a day trip from the city. Besides visiting Japan’s main cities like Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka and Kyoto, it’s great to explore some of the quieter areas to experience the great variety... View tour

An ancient sport as unique as Japan itself, sumo wrestling has a rich history. It is Japan’s national sport, it is deeply rooted in Japanese culture, and it shows amazing display of strength. There are precise rituals and rules to be respected in sumo, not only about the match itself but also regarding the ring,... View tour

During your trip to Japan, you’re going to use Konbini, convenience stores, more than you expect. They are literally everywhere and they’re part of Japanese modern culture. For those coming to Japan for the first time, it may come as a surprise to hear that it’s quite common to get dinner from a convenience store.... View tour

Nobody wants to end up in an unpleasant situation while travelling in a foreign country – unfortunately, sometimes things do happen, and in that case, it’s best to be prepared. Here’s a short summary of useful emergency information, phone numbers, and tips that might come in handy should you find yourself in a situation.  Emergencies... View tour

Even though most of the tourists visiting Japan know the name of Nagoya and actually pass the city by Shinkansen while traveling between Tokyo and Kyoto, only a few decide to stop in the fourth biggest city of Japan for sightseeing. Nagoya is the capital of Aichi prefecture and is commonly known as an industrial... View tour