Japan’s Wakayama Prefecture is home to many temples, shrines, and museums, especially known for Wakayama Castle that sits at the mouth of Kii River. Besides having a vast history, the prefecture is also popular for selling delicious local items and crafts. If you ever visit the place, don’t forget to bring home some of the…

Bathing in an onsen or a Japanese hot spring is one of the experiences you should not miss when visiting Japan. Before, onsen that allowed men and women used to be common. Although this kind of onsen facility is not widely popular anymore, you can still find some in the countryside. Such an example is…

Japanese food is, no doubt, one of the best in the world. Most of their food are known to consist of health-boosting minerals that supports a healthy digestive tract. However, have you ever thought about enjoying Japanese food through a challenge? A popular shop in Tokyo called Kagurazaka Hanten is serving jumbo gyoza for free…

Manika Nagare is a Japanese artist who is famous for her vivid abstract landscapes made by using sheer layers of oil paint. She grew up in an artist family in Kagawa, thus making art was a huge part in growing up. As a child, she naturally enjoyed drawing and painting. Most of her artworks are…

America’s Fatburger is now available in Japan! They are famous for their patties that are roughly double the size of ordinary Japanese burgers. Although the food chain’s name sounds unhealthy, it actually stands for ‘fresh’, ‘authentic’ and ‘tasty’ burger. This means that the shop only uses high-quality lean beef to maintain its reputation for serving…

Did you know that there’s a particular cutting-edge museum hidden inside the KITTE Department Store in Tokyo? The small historical museum Intermediatheque, jointly run by the University of Tokyo and Japan Post, contains several antiquities and specimens that the university has accumulated since the 19th century. Due to its unusual location, it is often referred…

Tsunamis are fairly common in Japan, primarily because of major earthquakes that tend to hit the area every 100 to 150 years. Because of this, the country implemented advanced countermeasures against future tsunamis and education for disaster preparedness. As a reminder of the devastating impact of tsunamis, tsunami stones came into use. In Aneyoshi, Japan,…

Tokyo is a vibrant place that celebrates different kinds of events and is home to dozens of festivals every year. The month of June is considered to be a low season for travel as children are normally in school and attractions are not that crowded, making it a great time to visit. If you are…

Everyone knows Rilakkuma, a popular fictional bear character from the company San-X that can be seen in many Japanese merchandise. But did you know that he is usually accompanied by a smaller, child-like white bear called “Korilakkuma”? She often follows him wherever he goes. Unlike Rilakkuma, she is more playful and loves listening to loud…

Most people choose a hotel based on the unique features and facilities it offers. While not all hotels are blessed to have historical facilities, some have an edge over the rest. One particular hotel in Osaka that has such feature is Hotel Monterey. It stands out like a magnificent European palace amid the tower blocks…