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Exploring the Living Art of Goshuin in Japan
/in Common Questions /by Shawn WeldonJapan is more than just its vibrant metropolises and beautiful landscapes. It’s a country steeped in customs that have been practiced for centuries. A great example of this cultural richness is the tradition of collecting goshuin, an ancient custom that offers a unique connection to Japan. Read more
Hiking The Nakasendo Trail
/in Best of Japan /by Shawn WeldonDuring the Edo period, the Nakasendo Trail was one of the five main routes that connected Kyoto to Edo, or modern-day Tokyo. It was essential to the movement, trade, and exchange of information between the two cities. Read more
Japanese Language for Travel: Useful Words and Phrases
/in Practical Tips /by Shawn WeldonAfter each of our tours, we ask our guests if there was anything they wished they’d known before coming to Japan. More than half say they wished they’d known more Japanese language for travel. Read more
Tokugawa Garden in Nagoya
/in Best of Japan /by Shawn WeldonTokugawa Garden is located in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture. It’s a Japanese garden that once belonged to the Owari Tokugawa Shogunate family. Read more
Tips for Visiting a Shrine in Japan
/in Common Questions /by Becki BenedictToday we are answering the question, “What are tips for visiting a shrine in Japan?” Read more
Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto
/in Best of Japan /by Becki BenedictKiyomizu-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
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
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
About
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!