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Tokyo Winter Sales: 2018-2019 Roundup December and January are extremely busy months for most Japanese shops, as their winter sales attract lots of people looking to spend their year-end b ... 12-12-2018 21:54	The Joetsu Shinkansen with the JR Pass Picture a crisp winter morning. You?re eager to hit the ski slopes. Whether you favor the bunny slopes or advanced terrain, that is just what you do. ... 12-12-2018 21:23	Shabu Shabu Recipe ?????? Shabu Shabu is a popular Japanese-style hot pot where the meat and assorted vegetables are cooked in a flavorful broth called kombu dashi. Everyone at ... 11-12-2018 21:57	Japan best pictures of 2018 From all the pictures Iâ€™ve taken in Japan during this year Iâ€™ve selected the top liked pictures in my instagram accounts: @geekinjapan and @ikigai ... 11-12-2018 21:19
Super Cheap Japan Guide to Japan?s Best Resorts Niseko The most popular resort among western visitors, Niseko sits 100km southwest of Sapporo and boasts some of the best powder skiing in Japan. The ... 11-12-2018 21:19	Discover Hamamatsu (Before Everyone Else Does) \|credit\| On the south coast of Shizuoka Prefecture, Hamamatsu isn?t necessarily an obvious choice for tourists. But if you?re up for getting in touch ... 11-12-2018 21:57	Tokyo Imperial Palace Mega Guide Just ten minutes from Tokyo Station lies Tokyo Imperial Palace: a wealth of gardens and galleries, with guided tours and castle ruins. \|credit\| Like a ... 10-12-2018 21:48	Tokyo Events This Week: Solemn Samurai and Market Madness Never miss a freebie! Sign up for our weekly events newsletter. Looking to do something different this New Yearâ€™s Eve" Consider a countdown cruise a ... 10-12-2018 21:48
A Guide to Japan’s Underground Worlds Japan is a fascinating country to travel across by land, air, and sea, but have you ever considered going more ?underground?" Stunning limestone caves ... 08-12-2018 21:51	Intermittent Fasting in Japan Nine months ago, an American friend in Tokyo introduced me to intermittent fasting, which mightâ€™ve changed my life forever. And while thatâ€™s good ... 08-12-2018 21:51	Top 10 steam trains in Japan The haunting whistle of a vintage train is so ingrained upon our collective consciousness that even the youngest of children often recognize the sound ... 07-12-2018 21:20	Visiting Tokyo SkyTree There are many activities to do at Tokyo Skytree Town, you can go to the top of worldâ€™s tallest tower, try one of many delicious restaurants, or che ... 07-12-2018 21:54
Top 5 Picks for Kyoto Winter Illuminations 2018-19 Kyoto manages to make even the most garish of things classy, and they even managed it with winter illuminations, so look no further for the fanciest f ... 06-12-2018 21:49	Top 7 Picks for Osaka Winter Illuminations 2018-19 Osaka has enough neon to be seen from space (nearly), but during Christmastime it?s the LEDs and projectors that steal the show. \|credit\| Nothing says ... 06-12-2018 21:49	Toyosu Fish Market: Everything You Need to Know Aerial view of the new Toyosu Fish Market. Youâ€™ve probably heard that the iconic Tsukiji Fish Market has closed to the public to reopen as the Toyos ... 05-12-2018 21:56	How to Get Tickets for the Rugby World Cup 2019 in Japan The third-largest sporting event in the world, the Rugby World Cup, will be held in Japan from September 20 to November 2, 2019. This will be the firs ... 04-12-2018 21:50
Japanese Otaku Mind Decoding Vermeer ? ONLY in JAPAN Vermeer meets the obsessive mind of a Japanese Otaku! Japan\'s Otaku are known for being obsessive about their passions. In fact, that\'s the definiti ... 03-12-2018 21:42	Tokyo Events This Week: Fireworks, Night Festivals and Flea Never miss a freebie! Sign up for our weekly events newsletter. Looking to do something different this New Yearâ€™s Eve" Consider a countdown cruise a ... 03-12-2018 21:52	December 2018: 5 Events Not to Miss in Tokyo As if in the blink of an eye, 2018 is coming to a close. Before the year ends, though, here are some festivities that might help you end your year on ... 03-12-2018 21:52	The 10 Best Spots in Tokyo for Instagram-Worthy Photos Do you relish filling your Instagram feed with dazzling travel photos" Where can you find the best places to capture historic or modern culture, or to ... 30-11-2018 21:21
What Japanese Eat for Breakfast" (LOTS of INFO!) An EXTENSIVE look at what the Japanese eat for breakfast! Plain white rice. Commonly referred to as gohan (not the Dragon Ball Dude) The Go-han we?re ... 30-11-2018 21:39	Cheapest Transport from Narita Airport to Tokyo For newcomers to Tokyo, it can come as quite a surprise that Tokyoâ€™s main international gateway?Narita Airport?is not really very close to Tokyo at ... 29-11-2018 21:51	Best skiing and snowboarding resorts in Japan Japan has hosted the Winter Olympics twice and holds the world record for the deepest ever snow cover, so itâ€™s no wonder that snowboarding and skiin ... 28-11-2018 21:22	Shodoshima on Two Wheels Nearly 3000 islands dot the Seto Naikai, or Seto Inland Sea, in the Setouchi region of western Japan. Shodoshima, part of Kagawa Prefecture, is the se ... 28-11-2018 21:51
Nature and Nikko: Tips for a Weekend Getaway This article by Liz was originally published on Japan Cheapo. Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture is a destination favoured among international and local tour ... 27-11-2018 22:00	December 2018: Top Events Around Japan Thereâ€™s no shortage of events this December in Japan! Attend traditional festivals, run a marathon and enjoy the illuminations before you ring in th ... 27-11-2018 22:00	Your Japanese New Year: Traditions, Countdowns and Fireworks In some countries, Christmas decor gets taken down well after Christmas (or even New Year), but in Japan, after the 25th, itâ€™s as if Christmas never ... 26-11-2018 21:53	Where to Be on New Year’s Eve: Tokyo Countdown Parties New Yearâ€™s Eve in Japan is traditionally spent with the family, making the first shrine visit of the year and generally being pretty chilled. That i ... 26-11-2018 21:53
Tokyo Events This Week: Soba, Sake and Nabe Never miss a freebie! Sign up for our weekly events newsletter. Looking to do something different this New Yearâ€™s Eve" Consider a countdown cruise a ... 26-11-2018 21:53	The Overachieving Shukkei-en Garden and Hiroshima Prefectura There is a garden in Hiroshima that is bigger on the inside than the outside. Leave the city?s main train station and head north over Enko Bridge to K ... 25-11-2018 21:53	Tokyo Skytree: Visiting Tokyo?s Tallest Tower Rising above the Tokyo skyline is a structure that looks like a conglomeration of the Eiffel Tower and the Seattle Space Needle. It is one of the tall ... 23-11-2018 21:23	Move Over Ramen: Japan’s Other Great Soup Noodle Dishe Ramen, like sushi, is a Japanese food that needs no explanation. Typically enjoyed by locals as an easy dish on the go, the old bowl of soup nâ€™ nood ... 23-11-2018 21:57
New Style Salmon Sashimi Tutorial A new style of salmon sashimi infused in a soy-based sauce and lightly cooked with sesame seed oil. the knife used to cut the fish: ... 22-11-2018 21:18	Tokyo Events This Week: Fall Leaves and Winter Illuminations Never miss a freebie! Sign up for our weekly events newsletter. Tokyo events for Monday, November 19 to Sunday, November 25, 2018 \|credit\| Makers of T ... 18-11-2018 21:56	A Low-Key Day Trip to Otsuki and Tsuru in Nearby Yamanashi P Packed with interesting cultural and historical sights, not so packed with tourists. If you?re looking for a relaxed overnight getaway, Otsuki and Tsu ... 16-11-2018 21:53	The Sanyo Shinkansen with the JR Pass What thrills you most about western Japan" Is it the succulent taste and fine marbled texture of the famous Kobe beef" It is the surreal reminders of ... 16-11-2018 21:22
Your Prepaid SIM Card Options for Travel in Japan A number of prepaid data SIM cards are available for short-term visitors to Japan. You land in Tokyo and ride the train into the big city. Maybe you s ... 13-11-2018 21:55	Tokyo to Kyoto: The Fastest and Cheapest Ways to Travel Tokyo and Kyoto, along with neighboring Osaka, are usually at the top of the itinerary when you visit Japan. Tokyo is commonly regarded as a city of m ... 13-11-2018 21:55	Tokyo Events This Week: Autumn Festivals and Horseback Arche Never miss a freebie! Sign up for our weekly events newsletter. Tokyo events for Monday, November 12 to Sunday, November 18, 2018 Jingu Gaien Ginkgo T ... 12-11-2018 21:53	Best Winter Illuminations in Japan 2018 Light festivals over the Christmas period have become huge events in Japan. Every year the spectacular displays become even more extravagant and breat ... 09-11-2018 21:22
Fujino: A Place for Artists, Lovers and Eco-Warriors Ever seen that strange giant envelope on the mountain as you drive on the highway toward Mount Fuji from Tokyo" Ever wonder what it is" It?s a love le ... 09-11-2018 21:56	Review of Etude House Cosmetics: The Good, the Bad and the K â€œBeneath the makeup and behind the smile I am just a girl who wishes for the world.â€ ? Marilyn Monroe If you live in Japan or South Korea and youâ ... 08-11-2018 21:44	Kyoto Restaurant Tour Experience \| Gion at Night ? ONLY in J Kyoto, Japan. Think food. Lots of food! That\'s dining out in the city and Gion is the place to be at night. Tempura, Tofu, Ramen, Wagyu Steaks, Sush ... 06-11-2018 21:43	Tokyo Events This Week: Nov 5-11, 2018 Never miss a freebie! Sign up for our weekly events newsletter. Tokyo Cheapo Downtown Drinks Join the TC gang and fellow cheapos for a drink (or few) ... 05-11-2018 21:56
Flying Tiger Sushi Roll - Salmon Avocado Roll Learn how to make this delicious but simple salmon avocado sushi roll, this video will show you all the steps to make this tasty sushi roll from home. ... 05-11-2018 21:18	Top 10 Picks for Tokyo Winter Illuminations 2018-19 Weâ€™re not trying to squash the romance and wonder of the season, but Tokyo winter illuminations have become something of an arms race with the vario ... 04-11-2018 21:50	Montreal Travel Guide There are many activities for visitors to do in Montreal, including walking through historic Old Montreal, hiking up Mount Royal, and visiting the gra ... 02-11-2018 21:51	Akiruno: A Nature-Filled Escape Just Outside Tokyo Youâ€™re unlikely to see Akiruno on a list of day trips from Tokyo. That?s especially true in English-language media, in which Hakone, Nikko and Kamak ... 02-11-2018 21:50
Kanazawa Travel Guide Kanazawa is known as ?Little Kyoto? though it?s a magnificent destination in its own right. It?s the capital of the Ishikawa Prefecture and has an imp ... 02-11-2018 21:21	Pasmo and Suica Cards: Smart Tokyo Travel (w/ Photo Instruct Buying a reloadable IC card for train and bus travel around Tokyo can save you time, money and most importantly, the embarrassment of lost tickets and ... 02-11-2018 21:50	How to go from Osaka to Kyoto Traveling between Osaka and Kyoto is easier than ever. The two cities are well-connected and there are numerous ways of making the journey.The fastest ... 29-10-2018 21:21	Tokyo Events This Week: Oct 29-Nov 4, 2018 Never miss a freebie! Sign up for our weekly events newsletter. 62nd CWAJ Print Show This popular print show show has grown into a highly respected an ... 29-10-2018 21:49
A Super Cheap Japan Guide to Skiing Hakuba A post by John Blagys: The premiere skiing destination in Honshu, Hakuba has been quickly developing into one of the most popular ski resorts in all o ... 29-10-2018 21:19	Best Day Trips from Osaka by train Osaka might not exude beauty the way Kyoto might, but the city definitely has charm, color, and great food. Set in the Kansai region, Japanâ€™s third ... 26-10-2018 21:23	Tokyo's Hidden Pacific Island \| OGASAWARA ? ONLY in JAPAN Far out to sea from the city of Tokyo, over 1,000 kilometers away are Tokyo\'s hidden islands called the Ogasawaras. Few tourists have ever heard of t ... 26-10-2018 21:45	Top 12 Spots for Autumn Leaves in Japan Get your fall fix wherever you are in Japan?from Hokkaido?s mountain ranges to the secret valleys of Kansai, there?s plenty of koyo to go around. \|cre ... 26-10-2018 21:53