Top 5 scams in Japan (and how to avoid them)
There are at least 5 common scams in Japan that specially affect tourists. Want to know hoe to avoid them?…
Kanji of the year 2021 is… GOLD for the Olympics
Just as every year, the Japanese Foundation for Kanji Aptitude (KANKEN) announced the kanji that best describes current year. This…
Akihabara unveiled: The most magical place in Japan
Whenever we ask people about their favorite places in Japan, there is at least one in the group that instantly…
The best kept mystery of Japan: Imperial Regalia of Amaterasu
In Japanese mythology, it is usually hard to tell apart myths from facts. That's the case of Japan's Imperial Regalia:…
The Samurai village that persists: Ōchi-Juku
Aizu, Fukushima: This unusual destination for western visitors holds an amazing modern marvel: The samurai village of 大内宿 (おうちじゅく /…
Marry in Japan: A somewhat unusual proposal
Marry in Japan! - Keep reading to know this Japanese man's marriage proposal that is currently registered on the Guinness…
Mt Fuji is a gigantic refrigerator: The mysterious caves of ice at Aokigahara
One of Japan's most impressive regions is Mt. Fuji (富士山 / Fujisan) and its surroundings. With its almost 12,388 ft…