Tag: Japan

  • When is the best time to visit Japan? Travelling to Land of the Rising Sun

    When is the best time to visit Japan? Travelling to Land of the Rising Sun

    Japan boasts four spectacular seasons, each with its own appeal. See the flush pink cherry blossoms in spring or the vibrantly colourful maple foliage in autumn. Dive in dazzling waters in summer or ski on powdery white snow in winter.  Japan is a country of contrasts, from futuristic skyscrapers and neon arcades to serene temples…

  • 15 Japanese foods you simply must try when you travel to Japan

    15 Japanese foods you simply must try when you travel to Japan

    Spending time in Japan without trying traditional Japanese food is like walking through the Louvre with a blindfold on. Japanese cuisine is imbued with the very best parts of the country’s culture, and there is no better way to get a taste of the country’s singular zeitgeist than digging in.  Here are 15 foods you…

  • 5 Easter family holiday break getaway ideas

    5 Easter family holiday break getaway ideas

    Easter is around the corner and it’s time to plan the annual break. You’ve worked really hard and deserve this two-week holiday. Are your little ones as excited as you by the prospect of the entire family spending some quality time together? After a long winter and being indoors for the most part of it,…

  • 8 Best day trips from Tokyo: nearby cities and towns

    8 Best day trips from Tokyo: nearby cities and towns

    Tokyo is Japan’s electric capital city. It’s charged with tradition, culture, and a little bit of chaos. Likewise, there are so many other areas just outside of Tokyo that are equally captivating. If you’re touring Asia, you might as well visit as many places as you can. Thanks to Japan’s public transport system, which is…