Ochugen and Oseibo Gift-giving Traditions
Gift giving is an important Japanese custom where gifts are given not just on special occasions but also as a social obligation. The emphasis in…
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Meibutsu: Coveted Japanese Regional Specialties
Japan is a beautiful island nation with a diverse and unique culture as with any other country. The history and development of the nation has…
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Historic Shibuya
Shibuya is one of the many thriving districts of Tokyo. It is famous for being the bustling shopping, dining and entertainment hub around Shibuya Station….
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Experience the History and Culture of Japan in Ueno!
Tokyo’s Ueno district is home to some of the city’s most popular cultural sites such as the Tokyo National Museum, the Natural Museum of Nature…
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Historic and Vibrant Asakusa
Asakusa is a district in Taitō, Tokyo, in Japan. Iconic to Asakusa is Senso-ji temple for being Tokyo’s oldest and one of the most significant temples….
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Discovering the Quaint Neighborhood of Shimokitazawa
Every spot in Tokyo has its own unique feature. Akihabara is a gaming mecca, Shibuya has its crossing and Harajuku is an iconic fashion district….
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Celebrating Halloween in Japan 2020
It’s already the last quarter of 2020. The months flew by so quickly like dust in the wind, with events that would be remembered through…
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Konbini Convenience
Many visitors to Japan always seem to gravitate towards convenience stores or konbini, for their needs. Whether it’s for toiletries, a beverage or a snack,…
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