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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
Sekigahara Battlefield

Discovering Sekigahara in Gifu, Japan

Nestled in a small valley in Gifu Prefecture lies Sekigahara,…
April 5, 2024/by Shawn Weldon
Best Japan Travel Accessories for Your Trip

Best Japan Travel Accessories for Your Trip

Having the best travel accessories for your trip to Japan will…
March 30, 2024/by Shawn Weldon
Rude in Japan

12 Things That Are Considered Rude in Japan

Today, we are answering the question, "What are 12 things that…
March 24, 2024/by Shawn Weldon
8 Best Movies Set in Japan - Godzilla Toho Cinema

9 Best Movies Set in Japan to Watch Before Your Trip

Before packing your suitcase and boarding the plane, we recommend…
March 16, 2024/by Shawn Weldon
Smoking in Japan: No Smoking Patrol

Smoking in Japan: A Guide to Culture and Regulations

For me, smoking in Japan was always a part of its culture. Smokey…
March 9, 2024/by Shawn Weldon
2023 Japan Autumn Tours

Highlights of Our Unforgettable 2023 Japan Autumn Tours

We're excited to share the highlights of our unforgettable 2023…
March 2, 2024/by Shawn Weldon

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