Wakakusa Yamayaki Festival
On the fourth Saturday in January, the incredible Wakakusa Yamayaki event takes place in Nara, Japan. Disputing temples settle a 260-year-old territorial dispute by setting an entire mountainside ablaze. Read more
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Bowing in Japan
/in Practical Tips /by Shawn WeldonBowing in Japan is quite well-known, and having a good understanding of this very important social behavior will help you look like a Japanese culture pro. Read more
Grand Sumo Tournament on NHK World
/in Featured Events /by Shawn WeldonThe best way to see sumo is live and in person. However, it’s hard to be in Japan for every tournament. So the next best thing is to watch the Grand Sumo Tournament on NHK World. Read more
Should I Visit Japan in May or October?
/in Common Questions /by Becki BenedictMay and October are some of the best months to travel to Japan. They have about the same amount of crowds and the same probability of rain. In both May and October, the chance of rain is about 30-35 percent, and 50 percent of the days are sunny. In order Read more
JAL Covid-19 Cover for Japan Airlines Passengers
/in Practical Tips /by Shawn WeldonJapan Airlines (JAL) is offering a COVID-19 coverage plan for anyone who flies with them between now and June 30, 2021. The JAL Covid-19 Cover is automatically provided to all customers flying international and provides support in case of contracting COVID-19 on your trip. Read more
Zao Snow Monster Festival
/in Featured Events /by Shawn WeldonThe Zao Snow Monster Festival is a natural event that occurs every year in the months of January and February. A blend of heavy snowfall and cold Siberian winds come together to form monster-like figures, called Juhyo, over the Alpine trees. Read more
How to Travel Japan Responsibly – Japan Fest Atlanta 2018 Presentation
/in Practical Tips /by Shawn WeldonWe had a wonderful presentation on How to Travel Japan Responsibly at this year’s Atlanta Japan Fest. We met some great people and enjoyed sharing our knowledge about Japan with everyone.
Best Time to Visit Japan
/in Practical Tips /by Shawn WeldonChoosing the best time to visit Japan is just as important as choosing your destinations. It could be the difference between a trip of a lifetime or a mild nightmare.
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Takayama Festival Autumn 2017
/in Featured Events /by Becki BenedictTakayama holds one of the most beautiful festivals in Japan. Three hundred year old floats elegantly decorated with intricate carvings, dolls, curtains, and lacquerware parade the streets.
The festival takes place twice a year, in the spring and in the fall. The Spring Festival or Sanno Matsuri is held every Read more
Kishiwada Danjiri Festival
/in Featured Events /by Becki BenedictThe Kishiwada Danjiri Festival, or Danjiri Matsuri, dates back over 300 years and is held every year in September in Osaka. Around 500,000 tourists visit Kishiwada to experience this exciting festival.
Danjiri are traditional floats used in festivals in Japan. The floats at this festival are hand-made from wood and Read more
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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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