We Started a Newsletter!
Three months ago, we started something new at Freeplus: a weekly newsletter designed to spark fresh ideas for Japan tours. If you’re wondering, Why am I seeing this? You're getting...
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We Started a Newsletter!
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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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Bathhouses of Kansai: Retro Tiled Dreamscapes
Sento are usually family-run public baths dating back centuries, which grew in popularity due to limited home bathing facilities, reaching over eighteen thousand by 1968. Unlike onsens, they typically lack...
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5 Areas of Osaka Shopping Guide
Umeda, Shinsaibashi, Namba, Expo City Mall, and Rinku Premium Outlets: step into the bustling streets of Osaka, where shopping thrives alongside its renowned food culture. This post seeks to showcase...
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Getting Around Japan: Personal Driver or Public Transport?
Get around in Japan by train, bus, ferry, private car, or the shinkansen (bullet train). What sets Japan apart is not just the punctuality of its transportation but also the...
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West Japan's Architectural Gems to Visit
In Japanese art, minimalism prevails, emphasizing simplicity, restraint, and the deliberate utilization of negative space. This aesthetic permeates various forms, including calligraphy, painting, architecture, and Zen gardens. Here, we present...
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Japan, What's with all the Ogres?
Oni (demon or ogre in Japanese) hold significant cultural importance in Japan, deeply rooted in folklore, mythology, and traditional beliefs. These creatures are often depicted as malevolent creatures, characterized by...
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West Japan? Best Japan! Kansai, Chugoku, Shikoku, and Kyushu
As a tour company based in Kansai, in the west region of Japan, we hope to showcase its cultural and natural wonders through our tours. Here are the 4 areas...
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