Japan

Dog Sledding, Snowmobiling & More! 6 Fun Hokkaido Winter Activities You Can Enjoy

Sapporo / Chitose Outdoor Activities

If you’re in Hokkaido for the winter, you’re sure to be tempted by the thought of playing in a silver wonderland! If it’s powder snow you’d like to experience, skiing or snowboarding down the snowy slopes....of course, that’s a great way to enjoy Hokkaido! But there are many Hokkaido winter activities other than the typical winter sports you can enjoy. Challenge yourself with experiences others wouldn’t normally try out in the snowy north of Japan!

Moms Everywhere Fall in Love with MIKI HOUSE! In-Depth Look at Japan's Leading Kidswear Brand

Clothing Stores
Tokyo Sales Secrets: Best Shops for Bargains & 'Fukubukuro 2020' Lucky Bags

Ikebukuro Department Stores
Tokyo is a Winter Shopping Paradise! 10 Popular Spots Recommended by Travelers (2019-2020 Edition)

Tokyo Station Gift Shops
Daiso 100 Yen Haul: Top 5 Japanese Stationery Souvenirs on a Budget!

Tokyo Station 100 Yen Shops
Day Trips From Tokyo: 7 Famous Tourist Spots to Enjoy History & Nature in Tokyo's Suburbs

Other Nature
Spa Day in Kaminoyama Onsen: Hot Springs, Castle, Dining Tips & More!

Surrounding Areas Of Yamagata Hot Springs (Onsen) & Bath Houses (Sento)
Tokyo Underground: Local Chef Shows Us 7 Spots for "Real Sightseeing" in Asakusa

Ueno Adventure Activities

Daiso: Top 5 Weirdly Useful Kitchen Goods at Japan’s Famous 100-Yen Store!

100 Yen Shops

100-yen shopping in Japan means weird and wacky gadgets, and weird and wacky gadgets on a budget means Daiso! Daiso is one of Japan’s most famous 100-yen stores (think dollar store, but cooler), and it offers a huge number of items at a range of price points, but with a focus on 100-yen steals. There are 3,376 Daiso stores in Japan, and a grand total of 5,542 worldwide (as of 2019), and they’re popular for a reason; everything is super cool and super cheap! Daiso has been around since 1977, so they know what they’re doing. Daiso has a wide selection of other items available, but with Japan having such a rich culture around food and cooking, we couldn’t resist checking out their kitchen supplies! We found plenty of options to brighten up your kitchen. These top six gadgets are unlike anything we’ve ever seen back home, and incredibly they’re all at the classic Daiso price of 100 yen! Nothing is too bulky, so you can carry all your cool new toys with you as you trek across the country, and then stuff them into your suitcase to take back home. Spice up your cooking and snack in style with these quirky yet super useful kitchen supplies!

Quirky 'Sora-Donki' Discount Shop Opens at New Chitose Airport: Top Staff-Recommended Products & More!

Sapporo / Chitose Discount Stores
Asakusa Tokyo: Top 15 Recommended Souvenirs in this Christmas Shopping Paradise!

Asakusa Gift Shops
Enjoy hands-on fun at "Koto no Hako Kobe” - Gateway to Kobe

Kobe, Sannomiya, Kitano Theme Parks
"Kyo Baum" is the latest addition to popular Kyoto souvenirs! A blessed combination of matcha and baumkuchen

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Gift Shops
Tokyo Trends: This Ginza Shop Specializing in Banana Juice is Huge on Social Media Now!

Ginza Other Restaurants
5 Reasons Japanese Recommend Foreigners to Pop by a Drugstore in Japan!

[MOVIE] A Japanese Drum Experience at TAIKO-LAB

Shibuya Other Sightseeing

Have you always wanted to learn a traditional Japanese instrument? How about one that makes you exercise in the process? If the deep sound and rhythms of the traditional Japanese taiko drums have always spoken to you, why not try your hand at taiko drumming with a dynamic class? As I learned at TAIKO-LAB in Aoyama, taiko is more than just making sound; it’s about feeling the rhythm through your entire being!

Become a True Gundam Pilot - Stepping into the P.O.D. at a Tokyo Arcade! (Video)

Arcades
[MOVIE] Sightseeing Taxi: Tour Tokyo the Easy Way!

Odaiba Adventure Activities
Purikura: Change Yourself Up with Photo Booth Fun!

Arcades
[MOVIE] DRUM TAO’S MANGEKYO – a Kaleidoscope of Taiko Drums

Shinagawa Shows
Learn the Art of Flower Arrangement at Ohara School of Ikebana

Harajuku Other Traditional Arts
[MOVIE] Achieve Your Cosplay Dreams at Cosplay Studio Crown!

Akihabara Culture Experience

Kyoto Guide: 5 Best Popular Sightseeing Spots to Visit Along with Nijo Castle

Nijo Castle, Kyoto Imperial Palace Other Sightseeing

Nijo Castle, extremely popular among foreign visitors to Japan, is surrounded by even more fascinating places to visit. This article will introduce nearby spots you'll want to visit alongside your trip to Nijo Castle, including old, history-filled temples constructed in ancient Kyoto, buildings with great historic value, and facilities that allow you to experience Kyoto traditions. Each place is within walking distance from Nijo Castle for quick and easy side trips. Connect with Kyoto's long history and enduring culture to get an even more intimate feel for Kyoto city.

Know Before You Go: Osaka and Kansai Travel Phrases (Different to Textbook Japanese!)

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Other Sightseeing
Where to Get Wi-Fi at Kansai International Airport: List of Nearby Wi-Fi Rental Facilities

Kansai Airport Wi-Fi Rental Shops
How to Choose Your 2020 Tokyo Hotel: Top 5 Neighborhoods Recommended by International Residents

Shimokitazawa Other Townscapes
Just 2 Hours from Tokyo! Heading to Niigata via Joetsu Shinkansen

Niigata And Sado Other Sightseeing
Ueno Discount Shopping: Travelers Reveal Favorite Souvenirs at Huge Tokyo Bargain Store!

Ueno Other Shopping
3 Wi-Fi Rental Shops Near Osaka Station and Usage Guide

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Wi-Fi Rental Shops

Wakayama Guide: 3 cafés with perfect ocean views to visit during your trip to Shirahama!

Kumano Kodo, Shingu, Shirahama Other Cafes and Sweets

Nanki Shirahama in Wakayama Prefecture is a tourist area noted for its superb scenery. Domestically it’s dubbed ‘Japan's Waikiki’ because of its beautiful beach. Shirarahama, noted for its white, sandy beaches, is but one of many beautiful sightseeing spots in the area. Here we will introduce some cafés that are perfect spots for taking a break while seeing the sights around Shirahama!

Kyoto’s Chic Ajiki Alley! A Hole-in-the-Wall for Young Artists Amongst Retro Tenement Houses

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Old Towns (Shitamachi)
This Wild Footbridge Takes You Through Nara’s Breathtaking Mitarai Valley

Nara Suburbs Rivers, Lakes & Canyons
Cozy and Fun: Experience Casual Tokyo at a “Pub Under the Rails”

Ginza Izakaya
Wild Night Out in Sapporo: Clubbing and 'Shime-Parfait' - Fully Enjoy Susukino Until Morning!

Sapporo / Chitose Clubs
Minami Nights! Inside Osaka's Wildly Popular Club Cheval Osaka

Nanba, Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi Clubs
Tokyo VS Osaka: Inside Japan’s Insane Regional Rivalry!

Packing For Your Trip: 10 Over-The-Counter Medicines To Bring To Japan

Sapporo / Chitose Pharmacies

Whenever we are preparing for a long trip, even if it’s just a vacation in a beautiful country, it always serves to be prepared. Many travelers who come to Japan have the packing and preparation down to a science when it comes to clothing, space saving tricks, and extra room for the ever-present souvenirs. There is something, though, that often slips through the cracks, even for the most experienced tourists: medicines. Here we’ll introduce a selection of the kinds of over-the-counter medicines you’ll want to bring to Japan, plus tips on what else to pack in your kit – “just-in-case”!