Activities 5 Springtime Flowers Other Than Sakura in Japan Kim While cherry blossoms may be the most famous flower associated with spring in Japan, there are many other beautiful blooms th...
Culture 7 Scenic Lighthouses in Japan Kim As an island nation, Japan has a significant coastline – and the varied topography including rugged cliffs, intricate bays, a...
Transportation Passes for Foreign Residents Serena Kim [photo id='238043'] If you're a foreign resident in Japan looking to explore more of the country, this article might pique yo...
Planning Japan's 2024 Cherry Blossom Projections Kim One of the most anticipated times of the new year is the release of projected sakura blooming dates from the Japan Meteorolog...
Guide to PASMO Cards Serena Kim Table of contents What is a PASMO card? Where can I use my PASMO card? What are the benefits of having a PASMO card? Mobile P...
Transportation What is a Help Mark Badge in Japan? Emi Takahata A "Help Mark" is a tag that people can carry to signify that they may need support. People with disabilities or those who nee...
Goshuin: The Perfect Traditional Souvenir From Japanese Shrines and Temples Liz Ong Harajuku’s Meiji Jingu Shrine, Asakusa’s Senso-ji, and Kyoto’s Kiyomizu-dera, Kinkaku-ji and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine—-the...
Transportation How to Access Shiramine by Bus Susan May Shiramine is an ancient village deep in the mountains of Hakusan City. Learn how to catch the bus and easily access this beau...
Culture 5 Floating Torii Destinations in Japan Kim Japan is home to a myriad of shrines in all corners of the country, and they're marked by torii gates at their entrance. At s...
Activities Autumn Leaves Forecast for 2023 Kim The Japan Meteorological Corporation (JMC) releases projections of when autumn leaves should be at their best each year, and ...