It is always very good to travel and get away from the stresses of life. It’s no secret that the work-life balance in our society is becoming more unbalanced. A vacation can be quite therapeutic for your mental health. If…
Here you will have an extraordinary experience found only in the forests of the Jigokudani Valley, east of Nagano City 234.6 km (146 miles) northwest of Tokyo, on the Japanese island of Honshu. The valley has a high snowfall in…
Sake, Japan’s national beverage, is a drink made from fermented rice. While it is often called a wine, it is technically not one, for real wines are made from fruit like grapes. The Japanese also call the drink nihonshu, which…
Outdoor adventurers will delight in the thrill of hiking amongst the breathtaking scenery of Japan’s most notable national parks. Incredible volcanoes, diverse wildlife, and feature-rich resorts await in lovely Hokkaidō. 1. Daisetsuzan National Park This national park’s exotic scenery makes…
One of Japan’s deepest and most ancient traditions is onsen. Onsen is the Japanese term for “hot springs”. Taking part in an onsen bath is an indispensable experience for people who travel to Japan. For the citizens of Japan, onsen…
Nowadays Japan is also famous for its impressive winter illumination events that take place around Christmas and New Years’ time. It has become the most popular winter activity, the illuminations are usually being set up in November and December in…
Summer is the best season for having fun and enjoying outdoor activities. In Japan, the summer season starts in June and ends in September. However, the best times to go there is between July and August. This is because the…
Crossing borders and experiencing different customs in business requires more than just a rudimentary knowledge of the country itself. It is instead imperative to understand business practices and the people you will be doing business with. This is true for…
The SCMaglev and Railway Park museum is actually the Central Japan Railways’ historical museum (for JR Central). This facility opened its doors back in 2011, and it has been educating and fascinating its visitors on the impressive changes to high…
Japan set a record for itself by attracting 30 million visitors from around the world in 2018. This number is expected to rise as the word gets out about the highlights that this amazing country has to offer. From the…
