Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto
Kiyomizu-dera Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site founded in 778. Kiyomizu means pure water and was given the name because of the Otowa Waterfall within the grounds. Read more
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Fushimi Inari Taisha in Kyoto
/in Best of Japan /by Becki BenedictFushimi Inari Taisha is one of the oldest shrines in Kyoto, founded in 711 AD. Read more
5 Hyperdia Alternatives for a Japan Train Travel App
/in Practical Tips /by Becki BenedictTo everyone’s surprise, Hyperdia discontinued its timetable and route searches on April 1, 2022. This was a complete shock because Hyperdia had been the leading Japan train travel app and website since the early 2000s. Read more
Ryoanji Temple in Kyoto
/in Best of Japan /by Becki BenedictRyoanji Temple is a Zen Buddhist temple founded in 1450. It contains one of the best examples of a dry landscape garden. Read more
Japanese Green Tea: Beginner’s Guide
/in Deals & Discounts /by Becki BenedictI love Japanese green tea! I drink it everyday when I’m in Japan. Read more
Japanesepod101 for Learning Japanese
/in Practical Tips /by Becki BenedictThinking about learning a few phrases before your trip to Japan? Japanesepod101 might be just what you need! There are thousands of lessons from Absolute Beginner to Advanced levels. Read more
Arimatsu Shibori Festival
/in Best of Japan /by Becki BenedictIndigo Dyeing, called shibori, is a 1300 year old cultural art that involves many techniques. Read more
Best Backpack for Japan Travel
/in Practical Tips /by Shawn WeldonThe best backpack for Japan travel is 40 liters, or smaller, and waterproof. The style and brand are not that important. Instead, I suggest focusing on comfort and practicality.
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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!
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