Do you love noodle soup? Do you enjoy eating ramen? Then you have to check out the Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum! Visited: October 26th 2014 Access to the Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum The Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum (新横浜ラーメン博物館) is...
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Is Visiting Tokyo Skytree Worth it?
The Tokyo Skytree certainly became a new symbol of Tokyo and is very popular among tourists. But is it really worth visiting Tokyo Skytree considering it’s quite pricy to go up there? Visited: October 20th 2014 When I moved...
Otagi Nenbutsuji Temple in Kyoto
Kyoto has so many great sights to offer, but there are some less known gems you should check out as well. They are well worth it! Like Otagi Nenbutsuji Temple in the neighborhood of the famous Arashiyama. Visited: October 4th...
Hiking Mt. Takao as a Day Trip from Tokyo
Mt. Takao is a great opportunity to get away from the hectic city life and crowds in Tokyo. That’s why it’s a popular destination for all those who want to do some easy hiking and enjoy nature. Visited: October 28th...
Evacomics: Funny Comparison of Japan, Singapore and U.S.
Today I want to introduce an amazing comic artist to you. I found her blog many years ago and ever since then have enjoyed her funny comic strips where she’s comparing Japan to Singapore, the U.S. and other countries. I...
3 English-Friendly, Must See Ainu Destinations Around Sapporo
The topic of the Ainu is something rarely discussed in Japan. They are Japan’s mysterious native people who were pushed north, oppressed, and had their language and culture legally suppressed by the Wajin (ethnic Japanese)...
One of the World’s Tallest Statues: Ushiku Daibutsu
Japan has a lot of impressive Buddha statues, probably a lot more than you’d think. A lot of them claim to be the largest, tallest, heaviest etc. of their type, but Ushiku Daibutsu used to be the tallest statue in the WORLD...
Omiyage: The Culture of Souvenirs in Japan
Maybe you’ve already heard the word “omiyage” before. Maybe you also know that it translates to “souvenir”. But it’s not exactly the same as a souvenir. If you live in Japan or if you visit a...
Visiting Japanese Filming Locations of Dramas and Movies
Japan has so many sights to offer that it’s sometimes hard to choose. As you might know, I’m “hunting” Japanese castles. Others might go for gardens, sacred places or onsen. But there’s something...