The days are getting shorter and chillier here in Japan and people are finally starting to breathe a sigh of relief as the hot and humid summer season is over. I personally could live in eternal summer and wouldn’t mind missing a winter or two, but I’ve learned to see the bright side of these …
Miyajima Island’s Momijidani Park – An Amazing Place for Fall Foliage in Japan Read More »
If you are familiar with Japanese culture, you have probably seen in pictures or in real life, women dressed to the nines in beautifully patterned gowns. These lovely robes are called kimonos! In this blog post, learn about a special type of kimono called yukata, including how to rent one to wear yourself when visiting …
It’s 3am and you’re walking down the street. In front of you are crowds of men bearing headbands, white shirts, and…. loincloths?! What is this?! Welcome to Fukuoka’s famous Gion Yamakasa Festival! Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival The Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival (博多祇園山笠) is said to be over 770 years old and is one of the main …
Fukuoka City’s Famous Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival Read More »
Excuse me, you’re in Japan! Why is this a post about Mexican food?! As much as I love Japanese food and can go weeks enjoying the local cuisine without breaking stride, I still get heavy cravings for “non-Japanese food” from time to time. Most often when one of these cravings hits, it’s for Mexican food. …
Tacomia in Fukuoka – Satiate Your Craving For Mexican Food in Japan Read More »
I was recently invited by a friend to join a KitKat tasting challenge. Free food? The potential to win money? Sign me up! Growing up, Kitkats were never one of my favorite candies as sour patch watermelons and other gummies were more my thing. However, I wanted to expand my knowledge about this breakable, sharable …
Japan’s Special KitKat Flavors and Tasting Challenge Read More »
A couple of months ago I finally graduated! No, not from high school or college, but from Japanese Langauge school! I spent the last year and a half as a language student in Japan, and wow, it was quite an experience. I am sure that there are many of you who are considering studying Japanese, …
1.5 Years Studying Japanese at GenkiJACs Language School in Fukuoka Read More »
If you search for “Japan’s Best Hidden Nature Spots”, some of the first images that pop up are of an eerie-looking body of blue liquid with straggly dead trees emerging from the middle. Is this really Japan? Where is this place, and how is it so blue? This magical blue beauty is called Shiogane Blue …
Stunning Scenery at Shirogane Blue Pond and Shirahige Waterfall Read More »
Visitors flock to Furano in Hokkaido during the summer months to catch a glimpse of the expansive lavender fields. What’s the best way to finish off a day of walking through these fields of purple? Cooling off with an icy melon smoothie and chomping down on a slice of freshly cut cantaloupe! Furano in Hokkaido …
Tomita Melon House – So Good Even Non-Melon Lovers Will Enjoy Read More »
Hokkaido and Furano in the Summer Many people know that Hokkaido in Northern Japan boasts some of the best winter slopes and a magnificent Snow Festival. But did you know that Hokkaido is also a great place to escape from the summer heat and enjoy delicious dairy products? The sprawling countryside that makes up the …
Furano Cheese Factory in Hokkaido – Make Your Own Mascarpone Cheese! Read More »