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What are the best recommendations for first-time visitors to Japan?

Visiting Japan for the first time can be incredibly exciting, but also daunting. Here’s a quick guide to help first-time visitors to Japan!

Whether you’re a Japan enthusiast or simply seeking adventure in a new country, getting a job in Japan may be the key to your new life!

Living in Japan is one of the most unique and memorable experiences you can have as a Westerner, so here are a few things you can expect.

People often ask “do Japanese people celebrate Christmas?” given their over-the-top decorations, but just how genuine is their Xmas spirit?

I never thought I’d feel the sensation of being back in Japan in rural Australia, but the Cowra Japanese Garden makes it possible!

The kimono has been an iconic part of Japan’s dress code since ancient times. Nowadays, kimonos are worn under special circumstances.

It is the birthplace of Shintoism and one of the strongholds of Buddhism, but what should one do when visiting temples and shrines in Japan?

Given the vast numbers of foreign tourists that visit Japan each year, the obvious answer might seem like a no, but that’s not entirely true.

One of the most memorable exhibits at Kyoto’s famous Yasaka Shrine is the lantern display that lights up beautifully at night.

Higashi Hongan-ji Temple is an iconic landmark a short walk from Kyoto station. In November 2025, I happened to pass by during a festival!

In the heart of Osaka by the famous Dotonbori River is a humble little dojo where you can try out half-bow archery known as “kyudo hankyu.”

Koshoji Temple features some of the most spectacular Japanese gardens and architecture in Kyoto’s matcha green tea town of Uji.