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Etiquette for Riding the Bullet Train in Japan

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Today, we’re talking about basic etiquette for riding the bullet train in Japan. Recently, there have been news reports of foreign visitors disregarding local customs on Japan’s trains, which has pushed this issue into the spotlight. Read more

Onigiri Rice Balls: A Delicious Snack in Japan

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Onigiri rice balls are a common Japanese snack shaped into triangles or balls and wrapped in seaweed. The most common fillings are pickled plum, salted salmon, shrimp tempura, and a few other fish or seaweed ingredients. Read more

A Beginner’s Guide to Japanese Shochu

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Japanese Shochu is a traditional distilled spirit that has a rich and fascinating history. It’s been around for about 500 years getting its start in southern Japan with mixing traditional sake brewing and distilling methods. Read more

How to Ride City Buses in Japan

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Riding city buses in Japan can be tricky for someone visiting for the first time. But with some preparation, you’ll find that they’re a great way to get around. Read more

A Guide to Eating Ramen in Japan

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Ramen in Japan is more than just a quick, cheap meal. It’s a passion, a cultural experience, and a point of immense national pride. You’re bound to smell the aromas of simmering tonkotsu broths while wandering the streets of nearly any Japanese city. Read more

Experiencing an Authentic Ryokan in Japan

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Ryokan in Japan are traditional Japanese inns dating back to the 8th century. They got their start as a place to rest for travelers on Japan’s old highways. Today, they’re a unique way to experience authentic Japanese hospitality and culture. Read more

What to Do If You Get Sick in Japan

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Getting sick in Japan isn’t ideal, but it happens. And finding help in a foreign language and culture can be tricky and intimidating. Today, I’m going to give you the information you need to handle being sick in Japan. Read more

Silence Speaks Volumes in Japan

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Silence in Japan isn’t just about the absence of noise. It’s a rich, meaningful part of Japanese culture. This is in contrast to our tech-heavy world, where constant noise is the norm. Read more

A Traveler’s Guide to Japanese Sake

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Japanese sake is a rice-based alcoholic drink made through fermentation and filtration. It uses rice koji, a fungus grown on rice, for fermentation.

Brewers all over Japan have been making sake for over 1,000 years. Japan has around 1,500 sake makers crafting unique regional varieties, with their own distinct flavor profiles. Read more

Gion Tourist Ban: What You Need to Know

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Today, I’m going to explain the Gion tourist ban in Kyoto, Japan. Firstly, Gion is not off limits to tourists. City officials are simply limiting access to some alleyways as part of a plan to manage crowds and protect local communities. Read more