Spend and Splurge Tokyo: A Savvy, Food-Loving Visitor’s Guide to Japan
As the city with the most Michelin star-rated restaurants in the world, it’s no surprise that foodies from all over the globe are choosing Tokyo as a travel destination. As with many cosmopolitan cities, a trip to Japan’s capital can get expensive. Travelers on a...
Off the Beaten Path: Hidden Kyoto
In Japanese, the word anaba refers to a hidden gem or a well-kept secret. Kyoto’s hundreds of Buddhist temples and shrines, charming villages and sweeping landscapes fit neatly into this oh-so-desirable category that’s always of particular interest to travelers...
3 Modern Tea Rooms to Check Out in Tokyo
In the 9th century, tea was considered the drink of the Japanese royal class, brought back from China by Japanese priests who had been sent there to learn about its culture. Exclusive no more, tea is now Japan’s most popular beverage, and travelers can sip it just...
Yes, You Should Definitely Check Out Sumo Wrestling on Your Trip to Japan
With a signature top knot, silk belt and significant bulk, the classic look of the sumo wrestler is instantly recognizable to people around the globe. Though the visual may be familiar to many, travelers may not realize how complex and deeply traditional the...
Check Out Japan’s Luxury Fruit Scene
Did you know? It’s customary in Japan to gift high-end — and high-priced — fruit for special occasions. From impossibly sweet, heart-shaped watermelons to hand-pruned cherries, perfectly cultivated fruits are an intrinsic part of Japanese gift-giving culture. You...
Instagrammable Japan: 4 of Nara’s Most Like-Worthy Attractions
It’s true; Japan’s largest cities are chock-full of photogenic sites and attractions, but we can’t forget the smaller towns — short day trips from Tokyo and Kyoto — that have just as much to offer. Nara, Japan, is one of them. In the eighth century, Nara was...
