Blog posts

Pontocho (先斗町) in Kyoto is the birthplace of Kabuki and the small alleyways have a lively and beautiful ambience, especially after dark.

The quirky capital of contemporary Japan, Harajuku is world-famous for its teenage street fashion, cute ‘kawaii’ style food, shopping, and cosplay culture.

Getting around Osaka is super easy with the Osaka Loop line, operated by JR-West, the lines runs a circle around Osaka, stopping at 19 stations.

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park is the most famous attraction in the city of Hiroshima and a great place to explore the city’s dark history.

The Yasaka Shrine (八坂神社 Yasaka-Jinja), commonly known as the Gion Shrine for organizing the Gion festival every year.

If you’re visiting the beautiful country of Japan during the rainy season, it’s helpful to know what to expect and how to get the best from your trip.

Sumo is Japan. Big, bold, and unique! Discover the history and customs of Japan’s epic national sport and what it’s like to attend a sumo-sized match.

The Alpha X is the latest and greatest in bullet train technology, bringing the best in terms of safety and top speed at 400km/h.

This Niigata Prefecture travel guide will show you the great things to do among the mountains and by the coast of this corner of Japan.

The Silver Pavilion is one of Kyoto’s most beautiful and underrated temples, home to ancient buildings and stunning gardens.