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Tips for Packing Light
When packing for your trip to Japan, it is very important to…
February 9, 2018/by Shawn Weldon
How to Use Chopsticks
If you're traveling to Japan, then you're definitely going to…
January 31, 2018/by Shawn Weldon
Takayama Festival Autumn 2017
Takayama holds one of the most beautiful festivals in Japan.…
October 5, 2017/by Becki Benedict
Kishiwada Danjiri Festival
The Kishiwada Danjiri Festival, or Danjiri Matsuri, dates back…
September 12, 2017/by Becki Benedict
Mount Fuji Climbing Season Ceremonies
Mount Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan and is open to climbers…
June 12, 2017/by Becki Benedict
Japan First Impressions: Hospitality
My first trip to Japan was as a student studying abroad. Upon…
April 27, 2017/by Becki Benedict
Hamamatsu Festival 2017
Hamamatsu, known as the windy city, is an excellent place for…
April 13, 2017/by Becki Benedict
Fuji Rock Festival 2017
The Fuji Rock Festival is Japan’s largest outdoor music festival,…
March 23, 2017/by Becki Benedict
Anime Japan 2017
Anime Japan, one of the largest anime fairs in the world, will…
March 16, 2017/by Becki Benedict
Cherry Blossom Viewing at Ueno Park 2017
Cherry blossom viewing, or hanami, is a big event in Japan. Every…
March 9, 2017/by Becki Benedict
Japan First Impressions: Crowds
When I first arrived in Japan, I couldn’t believe the sheer…
February 23, 2017/by Becki Benedict
Okayama Naked Festival 2017
The Naked Festival in Okayama, or Saidai-ji Eyo Hadaka Matsuri,…
February 16, 2017/by Becki Benedict
Free 1-Day Passes at Fukushima Japan Ski Resorts
Japan ski resorts in Fukushima are currently offering discounted…
February 9, 2017/by Becki Benedict
Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival
Every year more than 200,000 people visit Lake Shikotsu in Hokkaido…
January 16, 2017/by Becki BenedictABOUT

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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!