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Cherry Blossom Forecast 2025
The first Cherry Blossom Forecast 2025 has been released! This…
January 10, 2025/by Shawn Weldon![Riding the Bullet train in Japan Riding the Bullet train in Japan](https://japanandmore.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Riding-the-Bullet-train-in-Japan-705x397.jpg)
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![Sumo Wrestlers Sumo Wrestlers](https://japanandmore.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Sumo-Wrestlers-Set-705x397.jpg)
Grand Sumo Tournament on NHK World
The best way to see sumo is live and in person. However, it's…
January 1, 2025/by Shawn Weldon![Ume and Plain Onigiri Rice Balls with Nigiri Ume and Plain Onigiri Rice Balls with Nigiri](https://japanandmore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Ume-and-Plain-Onigiri-with-Nigiri-705x397.jpg)
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 Tokoname Wall of Old Shochu Bottles](https://japanandmore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Another-Path-Lined-with-Old-Shochu-Bottles-705x397.jpg)
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 Bus at Nakatsugawa](https://japanandmore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Bus-at-Nakatsugawa-705x397.jpg)
How to Ride City Buses in Japan
Riding city buses in Japan can be tricky for someone visiting…
November 7, 2024/by Shawn Weldon![Eating Ramen Like a Local Ramen and Gyoza](https://japanandmore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Ramen-and-Gyoza-705x397.jpg)
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![Ryokan Room Sitting and Sleeping Area Ryokan in Japan - Sitting and Sleeping Area](https://japanandmore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Ryokan-Room-Sitting-and-Sleeping-Area-705x397.jpg)
Experiencing an Authentic Ryokan in Japan
Ryokan in Japan are traditional Japanese inns dating back to…
October 10, 2024/by Shawn Weldon![What to Do If You Get Sick in Japan What to Do If You Get Sick in Japan](https://japanandmore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Masks-with-Kimono-705x397.jpg)
What to Do If You Get Sick in Japan
Getting sick in Japan isn’t ideal, but it happens. And finding…
September 28, 2024/by Shawn Weldon![Silence in Japan: Metro Sign to Be Quiet Silence in Japan: Metro Sign to Be Quiet](https://japanandmore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Nagoya-Metro-Sign-to-Be-Quiet-705x397.jpg)
Silence Speaks Volumes in Japan
Silence in Japan isn't just about the absence of noise. It's…
September 14, 2024/by Shawn Weldon![Cheers at Sake Tasting Cheers at Sake Tasting](https://japanandmore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/SakeCheersAtBreweryInTakayama-705x397.jpg)
A Traveler’s Guide to Japanese Sake
Japanese sake is a rice-based alcoholic drink made through fermentation…
August 31, 2024/by Shawn Weldon![Gion No Entry Sign Gion No Entry Sign](https://japanandmore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Gioin-No-Entry-Sign-705x397.jpg)
Gion Tourist Ban: What You Need to Know
Today, I’m going to explain the Gion tourist ban in Kyoto,…
August 17, 2024/by Shawn Weldon![Taking Photos in Japan: Understanding Japanese Photo Etiquette Taking Photos in Japan: Understanding Japanese Photo Etiquette](https://japanandmore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/PhotoShotsofFushimiInari-705x397.jpg)
Taking Photos in Japan: Understanding Japanese Photo Etiquette
Taking photos in Japan can be tricky. Knowing the rules can help…
August 2, 2024/by Shawn Weldon![Bullet Train Shinkansen Bullet Train Shinkansen](https://japanandmore.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Shinkansen-1-705x397.jpg)
A Guide To Buying Train Tickets in Japan
Buying train tickets in Japan is simple, once you understand…
July 19, 2024/by Shawn Weldon![Japan and More: Promoting Sustainable Tourism in Japan Japan and More: Promoting Sustainable Tourism in Japan](https://japanandmore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Cooking-Class-705x397.jpg)
Sustainable Tourism in Japan with Japan and More Tours
Japan and More's tours focus on community-friendly, sustainable…
July 9, 2024/by Shawn WeldonABOUT
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Japan Travel Specialist
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We’ve lived, worked, and traveled in Japan for 20+ years, so we know where to go, what to see, and how to get there. Join us in Japan for an adventure of a lifetime!
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Becki and Shawn
Japan Travel Specialists
Hi, we’re Becki and Shawn! We love Japan and are truly passionate about Japan and Japan travel.
We’ve lived, worked, and traveled in Japan for 20+ years, so we know where to go, what to see, and how to get there. Join us in Japan for an adventure of a lifetime!