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Is there Food on the Shinkansen

Is There Food on the Shinkansen Bullet Train?

Eating food on the Shinkansen is a traditional and very enjoyable…
May 4, 2025/by Shawn Weldon
Luggage on a Japanese Train

What to Do with Your Luggage on a Japanese Train

Whether you're traveling to Japan for business or pleasure, you'll…
May 4, 2025/by Shawn Weldon
Etiquette Rules for Kyoto Tourists

What Are the Etiquette Rules for Kyoto Tourists?

Kyoto is a beautiful place to visit, but the local residents…
April 21, 2025/by Shawn Weldon
Sharing Food in Japan

Is Sharing Food in Japan Okay?

Recently, there's been some confusion about when sharing food…
April 5, 2025/by Shawn Weldon
Cherry Blossom Forecast 2024

Cherry Blossom Forecast 2025

The Cherry Blossom Forecast for 2025 has just been updated! This…
March 16, 2025/by Shawn Weldon
Sumo Wrestlers

Grand Sumo Tournament on NHK World

The best way to see sumo is live and in person. However, it's…
March 10, 2025/by Shawn Weldon
Will I Have to Sit on the Floor in Japan?

Will I Have to Sit on the Floor in Japan?

Are you wondering whether you will have to sit on the floor in…
March 7, 2025/by Shawn Weldon
5 Best Spots to See Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo

5 Best Spots to See Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo

Tucked away between massive skyscrapers are some of the best…
February 20, 2025/by Shawn Weldon
Top 10 Tips for Tourists on Trains in Japan

What Are the Top 10 Tips for Tourists on Trains in Japan?

Today we're going over the top 10 tips for tourists on trains…
February 14, 2025/by Shawn Weldon
Affordable Hotels in Japan

What Are the Most Affordable Hotel Chains in Japan?

Hotels will most likely be the biggest expense on your trip.…
January 27, 2025/by Shawn Weldon
Riding the Bullet train in Japan

Etiquette for Riding the Bullet Train in Japan

Today, we’re talking about basic etiquette for riding the bullet…
January 6, 2025/by Shawn Weldon
Ume and Plain Onigiri Rice Balls with Nigiri

Onigiri Rice Balls: A Delicious Snack in Japan

Onigiri rice balls are a common Japanese snack shaped into triangles…
December 7, 2024/by Shawn Weldon
Tokoname Wall of Old Shochu Bottles

A Beginner’s Guide to Japanese Shochu

Japanese Shochu is a traditional distilled spirit that has a…
November 24, 2024/by Shawn Weldon
Bus at Nakatsugawa

How to Ride City Buses in Japan

Riding city buses in Japan can be tricky for someone visiting…
November 7, 2024/by Shawn Weldon
Ramen and Gyoza

A Guide to Eating Ramen in Japan

Ramen in Japan is more than just a quick, cheap meal. It's a…
October 25, 2024/by Shawn Weldon
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