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Hanami 2025 – the best places in Kyoto for cherry blossom viewing

Sakura season is upon us, and Japan is now enjoying the festivities of Hanami – a long-standing tradition of cherry blossom viewing!

The 2025 sakura season in Japan has arrived, and Kyoto’s wonderful cherry blossoms are blooming all over the prefecture!

Japan’s bicycle culture is really one of the most sophisticated in the world with about half the population cycling as a means of commuting.

It was my first time bowling in Japan, and in Kyoto no less. It was quite surreal being the only foreigners here at Lapyuta Bowl.

Nakajima Park is a popular hangout area in the heart of Sapporo. Completely covered in snow during winter, it’s a real fantasy land at night!

It might be called the Sapporo Snow Festival, but these amazing ice sculpture exhibits are stealing the spotlight!

Sapporo is known for its vibrant nightlife, delicious food, and sublime winter atmosphere! Here’s what you can expect at Hokkaido’s capital.

From beautiful snow sculptures to live performances and tasty food stalls, Sapporo Snow Festival is one of Japan’s most beloved festivities.

Nishinari is a low socioeconomic neighborhood with a humble community. Originally a “dangerous town,” its reputation has since been reformed.

The Grand Prince Hotel is an upper-class accommodation franchise renown in Tokyo. In this article, I review my time at the Takanawa branch.

Kansai Airport is one of the busiest international airports in Japan, and even the world. At Terminal 2, you’ll find some interesting goods.

Living in Japan has never been easier, whether it’s on a Working Holiday Visa or a more committed Work Visa, this is the year to do it!