One major part of Japanese culture is its festivals. These events are thrown year-round and each one has its own meanings and customs. Many areas have their own version of the same festival and their own unique ones that you can’t find anywhere else. Finding out which festivals happen and at what time is easy to do, and the locals are always happy to have new people enjoy their …

Coming to Japan you may already have some idea of what kind of restaurants will be waiting for you. There are plenty of unique and interesting places to visit in Tokyo or other spots in Japan. One of the most talked about restaurants is conveyer belt sushi. They are all over Japan and they are a typical place for families to make sure everyone has a full stomach. The …

One of the most popular places to visit in Japan is it’s historic onsen. The hot springs are world famous and usually have a spa attached to it. Depending on where you go you may have a different experience, but generally you will always come out of it refreshed. There are a few rules about onsen that you should know, so that you will have the best experience possible. …

In Spring the famed trees in Japan begin to blossom. They are a beautiful sight to see and bring thousands of tourists to the island nation. The trees are all over Japan, but there are some places that offer a more spectacular view than others. Finding these places can be a little troublesome but can be worth the extra effort. What’s so Important About Sakura? First you may wonder …