Food Breakfast with Ichiju Sansai Aude Beaumond Traditional Japanese cuisine—washoku—has been registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity since 2013. For...
Transportation Getting Around Yokohama Peter Sidell Immediately south of Tokyo, Yokohama is Japan's second largest city, with plenty to see and do. There are several train lines...
All You Need to Know about Izakaya Izumi Kershaw Izakaya is a Japanese bar/restaurant with a friendly and social atmosphere. The izakaya means "dine-in sake shop" literally t...
Japan Culture Guide: Mimikaki Hal Halverton Japan Culture Guide: Mimikaki. Learn about the hygienic practice of cleaning one’s ears in Japan. The Japanese have a specifi...
Transit Guide: Kintetsu Rail Pass Allie Tan The Kintetsu Rail Pass offers unlimited travel within designated areas in the Kansai region and includes special benefits at ...
Food Guide to Japanese Table Manners Maren Pauli With the guide to Japanese table manners you'll learn something new and feel confident about not breaking any taboos while en...
Activities Itinerary Ideas with the JR East Pass Kenny King Hin Choi Two model tours focusing on culture and history are given. The JR East Pass is convenient and flexible for travellers.
Onto a Bus and Off the Beaten Track Bryan Baier A guide to Japan's buses and getting out where the trains don't go
Tokyo Hotels - Where Should I Stay? Bonson Lam First time to Tokyo? This hotel guide deciphers the various Tokyo neighbourhoods, giving a guide as to where to stay, with 3...
Planning Emergency Contact Information When in Japan Edward Yagisawa An emergency is the worst thing that can happen to anyone, especially in a foreign country; read this guide to find what to d...
Guide to Japanese Hot Springs Edward Yagisawa Learn about the different types of Japanese baths, the health benefits, how to enjoy bathing in an onsen, and the manners and...
Planning Guide to Earthquakes in Japan Edward Yagisawa Learn how to prepare for Japan's worst natural disasters - earthquakes and typhoons - and what to do when you encounter one.
Planning Money in Japan Japan Travel Our Japan money guide covers all about the Japanese currency, the yen, how to exchange currency, how to pay in Japan, and whi...
Food All You Need to Know About Ramen Edward Yagisawa Read this guide to find out everything you need to know about ramen! Includes info on the history of ramen, different types ...
Transportation Guide to Suica Cards in Japan Sarah Endarastya Suica is a rechargeable transportation card from JR recommended for traveling around Japan via train or bus. This convenient ...
