Join some of your favorite animated characters as you board the new Pixar bullet train in Kyushu, Japan?s southernmost island. The Go! Waku Waku Adventure with Pixar project marks the 25th anniversary of Toy Story, the family classic that... -

If you’re the type of traveler who seeks out unique, non-touristy places, this short list of our favorite off-the-beaten-path Japan destinations is for you. Most people who visit Japan focus on more well-known places, like Tokyo and Kyoto ?... -

Huis Ten Bosch is a popular Dutch Town theme park in Nagasaki, take a leisurely stroll along blooming flowers and charming windmills, relish dazzling lights and fountains on the canal cruise, and take in the bay view from the top of Domtoren... -

A quick and savory pork curry with onion, celery, and shiitake mushroom cooked with Japanese curry roux. READ: Keema Curry ?????? -

6 best Japanese sauces that go well with everything! From the citrusy ponzu to all-purpose miso, each of them is going to make your dishes more delicious. READ: 6 Best Japanese Sauces You Need To Know By Heart -

Relax in the hot spring that goes back 1,300 years at Takeo Onsen and take in the breathtaking sceneries all four seasons at Mifuneyama Rakuen garden. READ: Takeo Onsen Guide -

Because of its location, Japan is frequented by natural disasters such as earthquakes. If you?re traveling to Japan, there is no need to fear – simply get the facts. The following information is designed to help you stay safe in the event of an... -

Originated in Hokkaido, Japan, Butadon is a rice bowl dish featuring grilled pork slices with caramelized soy sauce. The sweet and savory flavor is a major win! Easy to make and ready in 15 minutes.  Like many home cooks, I often rely on quick and... -

The Philosopher’s walk, also known as Tetsugaku no Michi, is a pedestrian route located in the Northern Higashiyama district of Kyoto that stretches for around 2 kilometers along the Lake Biwa Canal among stunning natural scenery. The path was... -

To help you in your Japan trip planning, and complement your online research, we’ve compiled a short list of the very best Japan travel guidebooks. Despite the fact that nowadays most travelers rely primarily on apps and the internet for... -

The small mountaintop Buddhist community of Mount Koya (Koyasan) is one of Japan’s most magical, if increasingly popular, destinations and the perfect place to spend a night at a Buddhist temple in shukubo temple lodgings. Located in a remote... -

Arita is the birthplace of Japanese porcelain. Learn about its 400 years history at Kyushu Ceramic Museum and Izumiyama Quarry. READ: Arita – Birthplace of Japanese Porcelain -

The Japan Rail Pass can be a great way to get around Japan, but most people don?t realize that it?s not always the best option. Depending on your Japan itinerary, the JR Pass could save you a fair amount of money and be fantastically convenient. On... -

If you’re traveling to Japan, it can be extremely helpful to learn at least a few key points when it comes to Japanese etiquette (and taboos). Japanese people are extremely polite and welcoming (one of the best things about visiting Japan),... -

Japan is fun, fascinating, and safe, making it one of the world’s best destinations for family travel. Whether you’re traveling with young children or teenagers (or both!), Japan’s dynamic and eclectic culture has something for... -

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Fruity, tart, sweet, and aromatic, this Ume Shaved Ice has the perfect flavor of Japanese summer!  Every summer my family and I return to Japan for a month to spend time with my parents and to explore the country. But this year we are doing a... -

The large city of Tokyo is divided into a number of special wards or municipalities. Tokyo?s Shibuya ward is home to the neighborhood of Ebisu, which contains a JR East railway station of the same name. The station and neighborhood are named... -

Stroll through the cobblestone streets, enjoy the beautiful landscape, and browse through the quaint ceramics shops at Okawachiyama Village. READ: Okawachiyama ? Village of Secret Kilns -