When you visit Okinawa‘s capital city Naha, there are three manjū shops that you have to visit, even if you aren’t a sweet tooth! Because every single one of them has usually completely sold out of their delicious manjūs by noon, you can tell how popular they are among the locals and tourists.
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Shurijō (首里城), a world heritage castle in Okinawa and Japan’s National Historic Site, was the residence of the Ryūkyū Kingdom’s king from 1429 to 1879. Prior to the last king of Ryūkyū surrendering Okinawa to the Meiji government, the castle was the center of the island’s political, diplomatic, and cultural center for centuries.
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Navigating Tokyo’s vast rail network can be one of the most daunting tasks for any traveler, but choosing the right transportation pass is the secret to a stress-free and budget-friendly journey. Whether you are looking to uncover hidden historical districts or an adventurer planning ambitious day trips to the Japanese Alps, the right pass ensures
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Vegetarian-friendly restaurants are hard to come by in Japan. It might be easier in big cities like Tokyo and Kyoto, but in less visited areas like Mt. Shosha (書写山), we vegetarians must do our homework to find the best dining options available and to ensure we have enough energy to explore!
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The Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter (倉敷美観地区), also known as Japan’s “Little Venice”, is a historical area comprising classical Japanese architecture with a few outside influences such as the Ōhara Museum of Art, which looks like a Greek temple. It is situated along the Kurashiki River in the Okayama Prefecture. The Kurashiki River was originally used
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Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter is a must-visit destination in Okayama. The traditional townscape is perfect for photo taking, the Japanese cultural experience and activities, and adoring the artworks in galleries and museums. But where to dine? Read on for the vegan or vegetarian-friendly restaurants you can enjoy with your non-vegetarian friends and families!
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Have you heard of a denim kimono? Dress in one before you start posing everywhere at Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarters! Here at KURASHIKI KIMONO KOMACHI (倉敷着物小町), you will be able to experience this uncommon fusion. With just 6,050 yen, you will be able to enjoy all that Okayama Prefecture has to offer, both denim and
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Kojima District (児島郡) in Kurashiki City in Okayama Prefecture is Japan’s denim mecca. As soon as you step out of the JR train, you will be surprised by the amount of jeans-related decoration throughout the district. But Kojima is more than just Kojima Jeans Street. The sunset from Mt. Washu (鷲羽山) was chosen to be
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If you are looking for accommodations that provide a complete view of the Seto Ōhashi Bridge and the Seto Inland Sea, then you may want to consider the Washu Blue Resort Kasago (WASHU BLUE RESORT 風籠かさご). Not only is it the only resort in Mt. Washu with a natural hot spring source, but folklores also
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If you don’t live in Japan, you probably won’t be thinking about going to an amusement park other than the Disney Resort in Tokyo or the Universal Studio in Osaka. But think twice when it comes to the Brazilian Park Washuzan Highland (ブラジリアンパーク 鷲羽山ハイランド). Not only has it got the common attractions such as the
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