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Ryokan in Japan - Sitting and Sleeping Area

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

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 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

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 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

Taking photos in Japan can be tricky. Knowing the rules can help…
August 2, 2024/by Shawn Weldon
Bullet Train Shinkansen

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

Sustainable Tourism in Japan with Japan and More Tours

Japan and More's tours focus on community-friendly, sustainable…
July 9, 2024/by Shawn Weldon
Highlights of Our Spring Japan Tours 2024

Highlights of Our Spring Japan Tours 2024

We just finished our spring Japan tours 2024, and we're excited…
June 24, 2024/by Shawn Weldon
Toyota Commemorative Museum

Toyota Commemorative Museum in Nagoya

The Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology is…
June 2, 2024/by Shawn Weldon
Welcome Suica IC Card

How to Get a Suica IC Card in 2024

JR East's chip supply is back on track, and from September 1,…
May 25, 2024/by Shawn Weldon
Jizo Statues in Okunoin

What Are Jizo Statues?

Jizo Bosatsu, also known as Ojizo-sama, is a revered figure in…
May 19, 2024/by Shawn Weldon
Daruma Dolls: Setting Goals and Achieving Success

Daruma Dolls: Setting Goals and Achieving Success

Daruma dolls are a unique and symbolic figure in Japanese culture.…
May 14, 2024/by Shawn Weldon
Shichi-go-san and Shrine

Shichi Go San Festival: Celebrating Milestones in Japan

In Japan, there is a tradition called Shichi-go-san, which translates…
May 3, 2024/by Shawn Weldon
Kurashiki Okayama Japan

Kurashiki in Okayama, Japan

Kurashiki in Okayama, Japan is an Edo-era merchant town developed…
April 28, 2024/by Shawn Weldon
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