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Japanese Golden Week

What is Golden Week in Japan?

Golden Week is the name given to the period of time from the end of April to the beginning of May, consisting of four national holidays in close succession. Golden...

What is Golden Week in Japan?

Golden Week is the name given to the period of time from the end of April to the beginning of May, consisting of four national holidays in close succession. Golden...

A Golden Celebration of Children in Japan

A Golden Celebration of Children in Japan

Golden Week is one of the biggest events in Japan’s annual calendar and consists of a week-long celebration of four national holidays that reflect upon Japanese history. During this traditional...

A Golden Celebration of Children in Japan

Golden Week is one of the biggest events in Japan’s annual calendar and consists of a week-long celebration of four national holidays that reflect upon Japanese history. During this traditional...

Rabbit Island Japan

Exploring the Japan Rabbit Island

With owl cafes, a fox village and islands dedicated to cats, deer, monkeys and pigs, Japan is truly an animal lover’s dream destination. But no trip to Japan is complete...

Exploring the Japan Rabbit Island

With owl cafes, a fox village and islands dedicated to cats, deer, monkeys and pigs, Japan is truly an animal lover’s dream destination. But no trip to Japan is complete...

Japanese Mochi

12 of the Most Popular Japanese Desserts

When it comes to Japanese desserts, the Japanese are very adventurous with popular dishes, including a range of traditional and sometimes unusual ingredients. So whether you have a sweet or...

12 of the Most Popular Japanese Desserts

When it comes to Japanese desserts, the Japanese are very adventurous with popular dishes, including a range of traditional and sometimes unusual ingredients. So whether you have a sweet or...

cherry blossom meaning

Cherry Blossom Meanings in Japan

Japan holds a great cultural resonance for cherry blossoms' meaning, woven throughout its history. Because of the significance of cherry blossoms in Japan, they are considered the country's unofficial national...

Cherry Blossom Meanings in Japan

Japan holds a great cultural resonance for cherry blossoms' meaning, woven throughout its history. Because of the significance of cherry blossoms in Japan, they are considered the country's unofficial national...

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Things to Do and Places to Visit in Kyoto, Japan

Although a fraction of the size of Tokyo, Kyoto was the capital city of Japan for more than one thousand years! Located in a valley, Kyoto is a hidden gem...

Things to Do and Places to Visit in Kyoto, Japan

Although a fraction of the size of Tokyo, Kyoto was the capital city of Japan for more than one thousand years! Located in a valley, Kyoto is a hidden gem...