The Story Begins in a Rice Field
The theme of my trip to Shiga last week was sustainable tourism with a major emphasis on supporting local craftsmanship from wooden bucket makers, rice farmers, and sake breweries. Shiga...
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The Story Begins in a Rice Field
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Day 3: Craftmanship and Culture in Komatsu, Ishikawa
Cover photo courtesy of Takimoto Gozaten. This is the last installment of my journey to Ishikawa where I had the opportunity to learn about different craftsmanship like metalworking, and pottery and...
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Day 2 Part 2: Unique Hotels, Kutani Pottery, and Glass Craftmanship in Ishikawa
Cover photo courtesy of Seihodo. Continuing my exploration of Ishikawa Prefecture on day two! In my previous post, I shared about countryside bike rides and sake tasting. If you missed the...
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Day 2, Part 1: Hidden Gems of Ishikawa
A day of cycling, shrines, pizza, and Japanese sake!Part 1 of Day Two of my Ishikawa trip began with a cycling adventure from Tsurugi station at the foot of Mt. Hakusan...
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Craftmanship and Hidden Gems of Ishikawa Prefecture
Cover photo courtesy of Kanamori Alloy Co.,Ltd. From June 19 to 21st, I had the incredible opportunity to explore the lesser-known corners of Ishikawa. The tour group wandered through Kanazawa, Kaga,...
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Exploring Kitsune: Japan's Fox Culture
Foxes, or "kitsune" in Japanese, hold significant cultural and spiritual importance in Japan. They are revered as intelligent, mystical beings associated with Shinto and Buddhist beliefs. Often depicted as shape-shifters,...
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Why Start Your Japan Trip from Fukuoka?
Starting a journey through Japan from Fukuoka can be an excellent choice for several reasons: 1. Convenient Transportation HubSay goodbye to the hassle of changing trains or worrying about pricey...
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10 Family-Friendly Experiences in West Japan
Ninjas, Trains, Aquariums, Gozilla, Evangelion, Naruto and Hello Kitty? We've got your back! Let's cut to the chase – we get it. When you're exploring with the little ones in...
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Dream of Steam, Hot Springs of West Japan
Arima, Kinosaki, Dogo, Beppu, and Yufuin: these hot spring towns in West Japan provide visitors with an opportunity to unwind, relax, and experience the healing properties of Japan's geothermal waters...
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10 Reasons Why You Should Book A Tour
Booking a tour in Japan ensures a seamless and enriching journey, with knowledgeable local guides leading the way through the country. While solo travel offers freedom, a guided tour provides...
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Unique Boutique Stays in Kyoto, Osaka, and Hyogo
Japan, renowned for its excellence in design and aesthetics, offers an ideal destination for exploring and lodging in boutique hotels.What defines a boutique hotel? It's a quaint lodging that emphasizes...
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Ghosts of West Japan: Abandoned Places for Travel
Numerous eerie abandoned dwellings dot the globe, comprising forsaken structures succumbed to neglect. Japan is no different. While certain areas were deserted due to Japan's population decline, others bear witness...
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Wandering Through Murakami's Japan
Kafka on the Shore, Norwegian Wood, Hear the Wing Sing: these are some of many famous titles of Haruki Murakami, a renowned Japanese writer. His works, spanning novels, essays, and...
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