Hakone is often added into Japan itineraries as it’s close to Mt. Fuji, you get to enjoy the wonderful onsen hot springs, and have a chance to experience the Japanese …

Updated September 13th 2026. Finding an authentic Japanese ramen bowl (ramen bachi) online may be harder than you may expect. We found this out when a friend bought what was …

Getting that clear, unobstructed postcard-perfect shot of Mount Fuji after coming halfway across the world to Japan is unforgettable. Even while I was living in Japan and came to Kawaguchiko …

In recent years, we’ve gotten used to listening to our favourite music with just a few taps on a screen. Yet there’s still something special about sitting in a concert …

Have you ever found yourself craving that specific, comforting taste of a freshly baked melon pan, or a hand made onigiri? With record numbers of people travelling to Japan in …

You may think that learning Japanese is difficult and especially for beginners the three writing systems can be intimidating. However, as the quality of Japanese textbooks currently out there is …