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A Guide for Bringing Medication to Japan

Bringing medication to Japan can be dangerous, as even some common prescription and over-the-counter drugs are illegal. Read more

Drinking Age in Japan

The legal drinking age in Japan has been a hot topic since the law of being an adult changed from 20 to 18 in April 2022. Even though the law changed, there are still many things that can’t be done until you’re 20 years old.
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Wise Debit Card for Travel

The Wise Debit Card is linked to a multi-currency account that allows you to convert to over 50 currencies at the current exchange rate.
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Pontocho Alley in Kyoto

Pontocho Alley is a narrow stone-paved alley in Kyoto that runs north to south from Sanjo Street to Shijo Street between the Kamo River and Kiyamachi Street. Read more

Nishiki Market in Kyoto

Nishiki Market, or Nishiki Ichiba in Japanese, is a narrow alley with over 100 shops and restaurants. The covered red, yellow, and green awning makes it possible to visit on rainy days and has become a symbol of the market. Read more

Japanese Green Tea: Beginner’s Guide

I love Japanese green tea! I drink it everyday when I’m in Japan. Read more

Tokoname

Tokoname is located south of Nagoya city, on the west coast of the Chita Peninsula. This quiet coastal village came to prominence during the Edo period for its prized clay used to make high-quality ceramics.
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How Much Spending Money in Japan for 8 Days?

Today we are answering the question, “How much spending money do I need for 8 days in Japan?” Read more

Best Monthly Japanese Snack Box

The Bokksu Japanese snack box brings you delicious specialty treats directly to your doorstep with their monthly themed box sets.
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7 Foods You Must Try While in Japan

This is a short list of favorite foods and foods you must try while in Japan based on more than two decades of living, working and traveling around this amazing country. Naturally, there are many more culinary options and each person has his or her own favorites, but these have proven to be the most popular dishes among our tour participants. Read more