Are Reservations Required? Yes!! They can be difficult to get, but not impossible. Can I Purchase Tickets at the Museum? …
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Beginning Tuesday 11 October, Japan will officially ‘open’ again to visa-free tourism (for 68 countries including the U.S.) without requiring …
On June 10, Japan will allow foreign visitors to enter the country on group tours (and only group tours) and …
The Japanese word “omiyage” translates roughly to souvenir or gift. Omiyage is an item that is traditionally given as a …
The largest travel period in Japan comes every year during the last week in April and first week of May …
Hello Everyone! Today I have a story from a my 2005 trip to Japan. I know, I know it was …
When I was studying abroad in 2008, I was lucky enough to take my first trip to Ise shrine. It …
Asakusa is one of the oldest districts of Tokyo; its name literally translates to “low city.” Asakusa is located in …
Have you ever seen the photo of the torii gate in the water when you Google or look up any …
Japan is a county that relies heavily on the use of cash in its society. It was a cultural shock …
