If you’ve ever wanted to run through thick forests and mountains like in the Lord of the Rings, then Mt. Daimonji is the hike for you!
Accommodation / Foreigner / Gion / Kyoto
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APA Hotel is the ideal choice for a memorable stay in Gion, Kyoto
Wherever you are in Japan, there is an APA Hotel around the corner! Here’s what it’s like staying at APA Hotel in Kyoto’s geisha district.
Food / Shinkansen / Travel
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The best Ekiben meals for your Shinkansen (bullet train) trip
Ekiben is a slang Japanese term meaning “train station lunch box.” Sold at all Shinkansen stations, here are my top 3 choices of ekiben!
Gion / Kyoto / Shrine
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5 awesome reasons to visit the Yasaka Shrine in Gion
Known as Japan’s geisha district, Gion is home to many of Kyoto’s traditional arts and culture, including the iconic Yasaka Shrine.
Culture / Society / Thoughts / Travel
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What you’ll love about Japan based on your MBTI personality type
Whether you’re an outgoing thrill-seeker or a reserved peacekeeper, there’s something you’ll love about Japan regardless of your personality!
Kameoka / Kyoto / Travel
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Exploring Kameoka – a scenic town nestled in the Kyoto mountains
Known for its scenic train tours through the mountains and boat rides across beautiful river valleys, Kameoka is simply a natural wonder!
Airport / Food / Fukuoka / Restaurants
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Exploring Fukuoka Airport – Japan’s direct link to Korea and beyond
Fukuoka Airport is Japan’s closest airport to Korea, offering cheap direct flights to Seoul and Busan while providing pleasant commodities.
Food / Restaurants / Yakiniku
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Gyu-Kaku is a Japanese BBQ chain turned global franchise!
When it comes to Japanese BBQ or “yakiniku” restaurants, you can’t go wrong with popular chains like Gyu-Kaku, especially as a foreigner.
Cherry Blossom / Kyoto / Sakura
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Yodogawa Riverside Park’s Sewaritei is Kyoto’s best sakura spot
Bathed in the glory of endless cherry blossom trees, Sewaritei is a district of the Yodogawa Riverside Park with unbeatable sakura views.
Cherry Blossom / Kyoto / Sakura / Shrine / Temple
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Kyoto Sakura 2024 – top 5 spots to find cherry blossoms
The cherry blossoms are blooming! If you’re in Japan now or plan to be in the next week, you MUST check out these 5 sakura spots in Kyoto!
Architecture / Food / Foreigner / Restaurants / Travel / Yokohama
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Yokohama Chinatown – 5 reasons it’s worth visiting
Yokohama Chinatown is widely regarded as the “largest Chinatown in Asia,” outside of China of course. Here are 5 reasons it’s worth a visit! Yokohama has long since […]
Kyoto / Nagano / Sports and Fitness / Winter
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Snow in Japan – the best places to enjoy its beauty
Winter in Japan is a truly charming season of the year, with plenty of unique experiences that come along with it, including pure white snow!