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Spring Beauty

Spring is considered the most favorite and notable season to the people of Japan. It is a beautiful, magical, and joyful season of all. With many cherry blossom festivals held across the county, it’s one of the best times for a visit and explore Japan’s beautiful spring landscape, and unique […]

Summer Sunshine

With exciting festivals and eye-catching attractions, Japan is where you need to visit to experience an unforgettable summer trip. In summer, outdoor summer adventures, flower gardens, and festivals are what you can expect to do and see. Warm and humid weather and continuous rain pouring (during rainy season) are the […]

Autumn Colors

Autumn in Japan is colorful and vibrant with abundance of deciduous trees and forest. The country is considered one of the most popular fall destinations in the world. Like many others, Japanese people like to go on a hike in this season. Japan offers exceptional fall foliage viewing opportunities. Glorious […]

Snowy Winter

Japan in winter is truly marvelous, offering a lot of things to see and do. The country has been a perfect winter holiday destination for many winter sports enthusiasts since a long time ago. Many visitors outside Japan want to experience Japanese winter beauty through variety of winter activities and […]

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Travel Guide

Japan Safe Travel Information

Latest Japan Travel News: The number of coronavirus infections reported in Japan reached 240,954 as of January 3, 2021. Japan is currently restricting entry to people who have visited to these Restricted area/regions within the last 14 days unless there are special circumstances. Borders are closed and has no restrictions […]
Spring, Travel Guide, Winter

7 Cherry Blossom Festivals in Japan in February

In February, part of Japan comes alive with cherry blossoms. It might still be chilly out, but the promise of spring is a welcome one that promises hope springs eternal. Some regions owe this early bloom to their relatively balmy weather. While much of the rest of Japan is still […]
Culture, Entertainment

14 Famous Samurai in Japan | Japanese History

The samurai are a key element of Japanese culture and history. Samurai does not just describe a kind of solider, but a social caste. The samurai class arose in the 12th century and lasted until the 1870s. The samurai were a hereditary caste that held a great deal of political […]
Tohoku, Travel Guide

7 Most Beautiful Lakes in Tohoku

Tohoku is a region located in Japan’s northwest. It is far wilder than other regions, with fewer of the high-tech city centers that Japan is known for. The region has endless unspoiled rural landscapes, historical landmarks, scenic spots, and lots of outdoor adventures. Abundance of powder snow in the winter […]
Central Japan, Travel Guide, Winter

8 Best Ski Resorts in Nagano Prefecture

Home to the 1998 Winter Olympics, Nagano is a skier’s dream. Nagano’s incredible slopes are only a short train and bus ride from Tokyo, making it an ideal location for international travelers. Nagano is home to great ski trails for every skill level of skier or snowboarder, from first-timers to […]
Hokkaido, Travel Guide

Where to Shop in Sapporo | Hokkaido Guide

Sapporo is one of the finest cities in Japan for shopping. Here is a guide to the best shopping spots in Sapporo! A lot of tourists visit Sapporo throughout the year. They spend their time on exploring the city’s iconic landmarks, delicious foods and of course the popular shopping centers […]