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School Excursions, Shugaku-ryoko, 修学旅行
Kyoto, Japan
When walking around historical sites in Kyoto and Nara, you may come across groups of students with school uniforms on. 京都や奈良の史跡を見物しているとき、制服を着た生徒たちにに出会うかもしれません。 These school excursions are called syugaku-ryoko. このような旅行を修学旅行といいます。 Shugaku-ryoko literally ...
Food & Drink
18 Kit Kat Flavors Exclusive Only To Japan
Japan
Japan is the world's 2nd-largest Kit Kat consumer behind UK, where the chocolate crisp was born in 1935. The word “Kit Kat” sounds similar to the phrase “Kitto Katsu (sure to win)” in Japanese and is perfect as a small gift to someone who needs a good luc...
General
Direct Translations of Japanese Prefectures and Local Areas Names
Japan
You may wonder what all those Japanese town and city names really means, since each kanji characters has its own meaning. So I painstakingly translated each word just for you, and added a little information about each prefecture and it's local areas. If y...
Transportation
Train Chaos: How to Master the Japanese Train System
Tokyo, Japan
One of the most difficult challenges for foreigners in Tokyo is using the train.At first sight it looks almost impossible to find your way around all these coloured lines.It makes sightseeing extremely difficult.When I arrived in Tokyo I was literally ove...
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Culture
School Excursions, Shugaku-ryoko, 修学旅行
Kyoto, Japan
When walking around historical sites in Kyoto and Nara, you may come across groups of students with school uniforms on. 京都や奈良の史跡を見物しているとき、制服を着た生徒たちにに出会うかもしれません。 These school excursions are called syugaku-ryoko. このような旅行を修学旅行といいます。 Shugaku-ryoko literally ...
Things To Do
Tokyo from the Water – Cruises
Tokyo, Japan
If you're looking for a different way to enjoy the sights of Tokyo, try going on a cruise. Many of the cruise lines start or end near popular sightseeing areas, so you can try moving from one area to another by boat instead of the normal choice of train o...
Food & Drink
Top Ten Romantic Restaurants in Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan
With Valentine's Day coming up, you might want to start looking for a restaurant to surprise that someone special. Below is a list of restaurants in Tokyo that have great views and delicious food. Most of these restaurants have a dress code, so be prepare...
Things To Do
Hydrangea Temple Gardens in Kamakura
Kamakura, Japan
Temples in Kamakura are especially gorgeous and charming during the blooming season of the hydrangea. They're are in full bloom from about mid-June to earl July. Meigetsuin Temple and Tokeiji Temple are best known for their hydrangeas.Hasedera TempleEnjoy...
Things To Do
5 Magnificent Flower Gardens Near Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo is truly an awe-inspiring city, with its massive public transportation grid, bustling human traffic and a plethora of restaurants, shopping centers and entertainment venues. Nonetheless, one thing the city does seem to lack at times is a little bit ...
Shopping
Shopping at Donki (Don Quijote)
Tokyo, Japan
Don Quijote or "Donki" is the place to go to buy just about everything! It's a discount store which sells electronics, clothes, costumes, makeup, sports equipment, snacks, food, drinks, games, bicycles, etc. and they are all a little cheaper than buying t...
Culture
Japanese Coming of Age Day
Japan
A Rite of PassageUnder Japanese tradition and law, you are "officially" an adult at the age of 20. It's the age where you're allowed to vote, drink alcohol and smoke. You are treated as an adult in society, and with that privilege also comes responsibilit...
Anime & Manga
Hello Kitty and Sanrio in Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan