?????#206Kyoto city bus #206 runs from Kitaoji Bus Terminal (Subway Kitaoji Station) to Kyoto Station and then back to Karasuma Kitaoji and Kitaoji Bus Terminal. The #206 bus runs in a loop in both clockwise and anti-clockwise directions....

Join us by cooking up delicious recipes inspired by Netflix\'s newest Japanese drama - The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House! READ: All the Recipes in Netflix’s The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House

Hello Kitty and Sanrio fans out there, this is definitely interesting for you, so keep reading! I’m sure that some of you have heard of Himeji in Hyogo Prefecture (map). After all it houses one of the most beautiful Japanese castles. It was also...

??? ?????Nihonmachi Dining Mall, Sukhumvit 26, BangkokBangkok\'s Sukhumvit 26 district has one of the Thai capital\'s most well-known oases of Japaneseness, the Nihonmachi mall.Entrance sign, Nihonmachi, Sukhumvit 26, Bangkok, ThailandNihonmachi...

In Japan, "Shichifukujin" are the seven gods (kami) who are said to bring wealth and long life. The group of these seven lucky gods consists of Ebisu, Daikokuten, Bishamonten, Benzaiten, Fukurokuju, Jurojin and Hotei. This includes gods and sages...

???? ?? Yuta Takahata is a 23-year-old Japanese actor who has appeared already in a couple of movies (L [2016] and Okaasan no Ki [2015], albeit in very minor roles) and several TV dramas and TV movies. He is becoming a well-known face on TV, and...

Thick chewy noodles served in soy sauce based dashi broth, this simple Udon Noodle Soup is called Kake Udon in Tokyo and Su Udon in Osaka. READ: Udon Noodle Soup (Kake Udon) ?????

Hyakunin Isshu, Poem 25na ni shi owabaOsakayama nosanekazurahito ni shiraredekuru yoshi mo gana ????????????????????????????If its name is true,"come sleep vine" of "Meeting Slope Hill,"isn\'t there some waywithout anyone knowingthat it can...

Hyakunin Isshu, Poem 19Naniwagatamijikaki ashi nofushi no ma moawade kono yo osugushiteyo to ya????????????????????????????Are you telling meto go through this lifewithout meeting even as briefas the space between jointson the reeds at Naniwa...

??Once upon a time in 17th century Japan, a courtesan gifted with both intelligence and beauty, lived in the Old Capital. Her name was Yoshino Dayuu (or Yoshino Tayu). The 18th-century writer, Saikaku Ihara called her the most exceptional Japanese...

From chicken teriyaki to yakitori to chicken katsu, here are our best Japanese chicken recipes?approved by kids and adults alike. With so many delicious options, you\'re sure to find something you\'ll want to make for dinner tonight. READ: 20...

Known for its milky-sweet taste and pillowy softness, Japanese Milk Bread (Shokupan) is possibly the best version of soft white bread! READ: Japanese Milk Bread (Shokupan) ???

Homemade Shiro Dashi is a light-colored broth base that allows you to season food without altering its original colors. Ideal for dishes like chawanmushi, tamagoyaki, oyakodon, etc. READ: Homemade Shiro Dashi (Versatile Dashi Base) ???

Want to explore the wonders of Japan’s countryside without leaving Tokyo" Okutama, just 90 minutes away from Shinjuku, is a popular destination within the prefectural bounds. Home to the Tama River and other natural wonders, Okutama is the...

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When a sushi chef meets a flamethrower, it creates the hottest street food restaurant in Osaka! There\'s a chef who has been cooking by flamethrower for over 25 years and the food ? is gourmet quality delicious! In this episode, I travel to...

If there is one thing I hate ? and believe me, there is way more than one ? it’s the airport restroom. Especially when traveling alone and you have no one to watch your bags, it becomes a bit of a circus act in there. Stalls are often way too...

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Osaka\'s Gate Tower Building is an amazing sight to see because ... well, how should I put this" A highway goes through the building. It literally does, and there is a story behind it. In this episode, John not only goes inside to see where...

???? NiecheWharf Cafe Nieche just a couple of minutes from Taiji Station is a friendly and economical guest house in Taiji, Wakayama Prefecture.The rooms are fairly basic, but comfortable tatami and futon squares and there is very little noise at...

One of Tokyo\'s most famous food alleys is at Shinjuku\'s West gate where loads of yakitori and motsunabe restaurants date back to the late 1940s. It\'s a street food paradise where you can see and smell the grilling and frying -- hungry, you...

Tokyo is loaded with museums, hundreds of them from art to science. If normal museums are a bore to you or you want to try something new, let me tell you about this place! The TOKYO MUSEUM OF SEWAGE! Here, you\'ll spend the day learning about...

In March along with our lottery for the art museum tickets we conducted a little survey we would like to share with you. I surely know why I am in Japan and (I hope) most of you know that as well. Reasons are as diverse as there are types of Kitkats...

Located in the northern part of Kyoto, Mt. Kurama is known for its spirituality and its breathtaking natural beauty. The temple Kurama-dera has a history from the year 770, and each season shows visitors a different face. Whether you take the cable...

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The Art Tower Mito (ATM) in Mito City, Ibaraki Prefecture is a multi-media arts center and performance space incorporating a concert hall, theater and art gallery.Art Tower Mito opened in 1990 and can be seen from all over Mito thanks to the 100...

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???Asahido is one of the most famous of Kyoto\'s Kiyomizu yaki pottery stores, and had been a landmark for generations of visitors to Kiyomizu Temple since its establishment in 1870.From everyday tableware to one-of-a-kind tea ceremony bowls by...

????????Just a few minutes? walk from Osaka\'s Umeda district, one of the entertainment and shopping beating hearts of Osaka, leads you to the Doyama district. Packed with gay bars, clubs, and other venues galore, there?s something for every...

The Great Buddha of Kamakura, better know as the Daibutsu, is a sight to behold and was one of the highlights of my trip to the area. Sitting peacefully on the grounds of Kotoku-in in the hills to the southwest of Kamakura station this weathered...

Done with winter" Get ready for the 2024 cherry blossom season with this year’s up-to-date Japan cherry blossom forecast. Japan 2024 cherry blossom forecast. Last updated: February 15, 2024. The Japanese archipelago runs on a roughly southwest...

??????????? - ??????The Baitul Ahad Mosque in the western suburbs of Nagoya is said to be the largest mosque in Japan.The mosque, which belongs to the Ahmadiyya Muslim community, opened in 2015, in what was once a game center.The Baitul Ahad Mosque,...

At the shintoist shrine of Atago (Tokyo, Minato-ku) they have installed a system that allows the visitors to donate money using their electronic wallets. Usually, at Japanese shrines there is a big wooden box where the visitors throw coins as a...

Shio Ramen is one of Japan\'s most popular ramen! This authentic yet simple recipe is proof that you can enjoy restaurant-quality ramen at home! READ: Shio Ramen ?????

Among Japan?s best destination is Kyoto. It is not secret that Kyoto is the best and one of the amazing destination in Japan that offers amazing experience and memorable memories with modern and traditional value of Japan. Even so, how could you...

??????The Japan-China Friendship Garden, near the south bank of the Nagara River, just north of Gifu Park (Gifu Koen) in Gifu, was built in 1999 to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the friendship partnership between Gifu and Hangzhou.The...

As surprising as it may seem, Narita Airport (NRT) — Tokyo’s main international gateway — is not close to Tokyo at all. So getting from Narita Airport to Tokyo is a bit of a trek. In fact, this Tokyo airport is so rural and remote that on...

Planning a trip to Japan is exciting. But with so much information available on the internet and in guidebooks, it can also be a bit overwhelming at times. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of the Best Japan Trip Planning Resources from...

??My online live course for beginners https://yukacoach.mykajabi.com/pl/2147651632 250+ Useful Japanese Phrases with Audio: For Beginners & Travelers https://yukacoach.mykajabi.com/pl/2147669940 ? You don\'t know where to start" Or...

There are many activities to do at Tokyo Skytree Town, you can go to the top of world’s tallest tower, try one of many delicious restaurants, or check out the cool and unique Japanese products in the shops. As we continue our Tokyo Travel...

Business Hotel Awa Ikeda is located high on a bluff overlooking the Yoshino River in Tokushima Prefecture, Shikoku.Awa Ikeda is the administrative center of Miyoshi City which covers a wide, mostly remote, area that includes the scenic Oboke Gorge...

?????Kobe Mosque was the first mosque in Japan and opened in 1935 in the Kitano district of the city close to the many ijinkan or foreign residences. Kobe mosque was designed by Czech architect Jan Josef ?vagr (1885-1969), who also designed a number...

Tsukune Hot Pot, or Tori Dango Nabe, is a Japanese hot pot recipe where ginger-flavored chicken meatballs are simmered in a dashi-based broth along with a healthy mix of tofu, vegetables, and mushrooms. Cooked at the table in a donabe clay pot,...

Where can you find the best hanami spots in Kyoto"Here are my five favorite cherry blossom locations:[The canal in Okazaki Park]1. Okazaki Park, Keage Incline and Tetsugaku no MichiThis is my favorite walk because of the great variety of scenery,...

Traditionally, this Japanese soup containing mochi rice cakes is made on New Year’s day and eaten on 3 consecutive days. There are 2 main varieties of soup – a clear soup flavoured with dried bonito stock and soy sauce in eastern Japan (Tokyo...

After visiting Shirakawa-go we went north all up the way until Fukui. It was my first time in Fukui prefecture. We decided to only visit Fukui City, it was a big mistake… the city is disappointing and boring. The castle was so unimpressive (there...

?????????? ?????????????????Entrance to Garcon Cerkle gay bar in Namba, Osaka.When most locals and visitors in the know think of gay Osaka, Doyama comes to mind. Doyama is an area adjunct to one of the region\'s uber destinations, Umeda, in the...

????The story of the 47 Ronin is one of the defining tales of Japanese history, combining as it does so many seemingly quintessential Japanese traits and behavior patterns: suicide, loyalty (bushido), honor, patience, deception and vengeance among...

???????The best hiking in Kansai is found in the mountains in southern Nara Prefecture. History, culture, and tremendous vistas draw hikers from around Japan.The highest peak is Mt. Hyakkogatake, which is 1915 meters  (6,215 feet) above sea...

Kinki is “rockfish” in English and nitsuke means boiled fish (or vegetables) in soy sauce. Winter is the best season for rockfish, and nitsuke is the most popular way to eat it. This picture is from yesterday’s dinner. The kinki is...

Kyoto is probably the only major Japanese city with so many standing wooden structures. And these wooden homes and offices called machiya are one of the main charms of strolling through the Old Capital. Starting in the 1960\'s, machiya...

How many of you have been to Japan and have had a chance to taste the shiny, fluffy, slightly sweet Japanese rice"  For Japanese cuisine, rice is actually considered the “main dish” (?? shushoku).  We take the flavor, texture, fragrance, and...

This warm Panettone Bread Pudding is super easy to assemble and taste heavenly! Let it soak up the holiday spiced custard and bake till nicely puffed up and golden. There is no perfect holiday dessert than this!  READ: Panettone Bread Pudding

Hi Bumblebeemum, I read your blog and it was very helpful for us to plan our itinerary. We (4 adults) are going to Hokkaido in May for 10 days self drive trip (except Sapporo / Otaru area where we will take public transport) to catch the cherry...

???????Tokyo\'s taxis changed how they charge their fares yesterday. The old fare of 730 yen for the first 2 km, followed by ÂĄ90 per 280 meters has been replaced by a new (and more difficult to calculate) fare of ÂĄ410 for the first 1.052 km...

Yakisoba is super popular in Japan and in the west, thanks in part to cheap and nasty instant noodles which taste great but have all the nutritional value of cardboard Yakisoba is sold everywhere in Japan, and is even put into hot dog rolls and...

?????#4The Kyoto city bus #4 runs from Kyoto Station to Kamigamo Shrine in the north west of Kyoto city.The #4 bus travels up Kawaramachi, Kyoto\'s main shopping street, then to Demachiyanagi Station on the Keihan and Eiden lines, Shimogamo...

???Sesoko Island is a small island off the Motubu Peninsula near Nago on the west coast connected by bridge to Okinawa Honto.Sesoko has a few lovely white sand beaches and a number of guest houses and minsuku that attract budget travelers for...

????Baien no Sato is an onsen resort in the remote Kunisaki Peninsula of northern Oita, located on a mountain ridge in the southern part of the peninsula, somewhat north of Kitsuki. As well as a hotel there is also a campsite and comfortable two...

Despite ranking as the happiest prefecture in Japan, Fukui remains off the radar of most international visitors. It’s often overlooked in favor of nearby hotspots like Kanazawa and Kyoto, which is a real shame. Hiding misty castles, mysterious...

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When pureed soybeans are filtered in the production of soy milk, the resulting pulp is called okara. This side dish is also called “unohana” but “okara” is more common. The okara is great for your health, especially for women....

???Otsuka Station in Tokyo is on the Yamanote Line one stop clockwise from Ikebukuro Station. Otsuka Station connects with the Toden Arakawa tram at Otsuka-ekimae stop - a short walk from either the north exit or south exit.The Midori no madoguchi...

One of the top cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan, this tree called SHIDARE ZAKURA at Asuwa Shrine in central Fukui city is spectacular! It\'s over 370 years old and 12m high, 26m wide. The shrine itself has history going back 1500 years. Just...

?? ??Yumeji Takehisa (1884-1934) was a poet and Nihonga painter, originally from Setouchi in Okayama Prefecture.Completely self taught, Takehisa did not attend art school and considered himself a craftsman first and an artist second.Takehisa drew...

?????Yesterday evening I had the pleasure of attending the LGBT-friendly Oriijin Magazine Launch Party in Tokyo. Oriijin is, as the name of the event suggests, a brand new magazine that is being marketed as "LGBT-friendly," i.e., targeted at LGBT...

????Exit 1 of Hanzomon Station, KojimachiHanzomon Station is in the Kojimachi district of Tokyo\'s Chiyoda ward and serves one of Tokyo\'s most elegant neighborhoods.It is named after the Hanzomon Gate of the Imperial Palace Tokyo, just four...

A couple months ago when I was booking my hotels for Osaka, I initially couldn’t find anything at all that was available. What on earth is going on" I wondered. National holiday I didn’t know about" Didn’t I learn my lesson in South Korea...

??????Sun Set Cafe, gay bar in Nagoya.Oh no! You?re looking for a gay night out on the town in Nagoya and (gasp!) you can?t figure out what to do! There?s good news and bad news: The bad news is that there is almost nothing to speak of in the way of...

Tokyo is unlike anywhere else you?ve ever seen. And it?s even better when you have your girls with you! This place was made for girlfriend getaways, and it is an adventure that you will truly never forget. Ready for the ultimate escapade" Here...

In operation for over 100 years, and now in their 4th generation, Takehei Shoten is known by many as Japan\'s bamboo specialist.Within their cavernous warehouse, they stock about 100 different kinds of specialty bamboo, ranging from the standard...

Japan is one of the best destinations for vacation. There are many people from other countries that visit Japan on their holidays. Japan is not only known for its beautiful nature but also for its interesting culture as well. One of the best moments...

???????Kyoto Prefectural Library is located in the Okazaki museum district of Kyoto opposite the Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art and on the same (west) side as Miyako Messe and the National Museum of Modern Art.Kyoto Prefectural Library has over 1...

?? Recetas JAPONESAS con TAKA SASAKI ? VISITA mi TIENDA de COCINA JAPONESA ??https://amzn.to/2YFx8TC ? INGREDIENTES para 2 ONIGIRIS Arroz cocido 150g SalmĂłn 80g Alga wakame seca 1 cucharadita SĂ©samo blanco tostado 1/2 cucharadita Salsa de...

???Taiji Station is a JR station on the Kisei Line. Visitors traveling south from Owase Station, Kumano-shi Station and Nagoya Station to the north need to change trains at Shingu Station to reach Taiji.The first express train to Shingu...

If you love food, culture, and immersive travel experiences, it?s no surprise you?re thinking about a honeymoon in Japan. As one of the world?s most appealing and fascinating countries, over the last several years Japan has become an...

 Para 2 personas Ingredientes:- 1 barra de pan chapata- 1 bolas de queso mozzarela- tomate frito- 4 salchichas de frankfurt grandes- aceite de oliva virgen extra- albahaca Elaboración: Precalentamos el horno a 180 grados y reservamos. Cogemos la...

??????????The Mitsubishi Estate Artium is a small art gallery in Tenjin, Fukuoka. The exhibitions change about once a month and are often accompanied by lectures, talks and film shows.Work displayed covers a wide range of styles including painting,...

?????Jake DaviesHankyu Railways have introduced a new train specifically targeting foreign visitors. The aptly named Kyo Train operates on the limited express service between Umeda Station in Osaka and Kawaramachi Station in Kyoto.The exterior of...

Hi Bumblebeemum, Thanks again for sharing your tour details! You are always the first place that I go to when planning for a trip to Japan. Would like some advice from you regarding our plans to Hokkaido from 1-13 Dec 16. We are hoping for a...

I was in the basement supermarket in Shibuya and -- THERE IT WAS! THE WHITE STRAWBERRY! I could smell it a few meters away. Was it real" (Yes, it was.) One white strawberry cost 1080 Yen (US$10.00) so I decided to learn more about the Japanese...

One of the most colorful and appealing images of traditional Japan is the graceful paper umbrella. Forty years ago there were almost 10,000 artisans in Japan making umbrellas of oiled paper and bamboo; now very few remain.A few years ago Jacqueline...

If you want to take in some mountain scenery in Kyoto, the Eizan Electric Railway is your best choice. Eizan trains run from Demachiyanagi Station (Keihan Line) to the northern parts of Kyoto. The line splits at the sixth station, so be careful when...

?????The Yamate Museum in the Bluff/Yamate district of Yokohama is now part of the Yamate Jubankan restaurant and is the only remaining Western-style, wooden residence to survive the devastating 1923 Great Kanto Earthquake.The Yamate Museum, which...

There?s an old joke about American beer, but it applies equally in Japan. Q: Why is Japanese beer like having sex in a canoe" A: They?re both fucking close to water. This tells you what you need to know about most Japanese beers. The industry is...