The Japan Traveler

Author: tt

  • Discovering Traditional Culture, Hot Springs, and Street Food in Western Japan

    Day 1: KyotoUpon arrival in Kyoto, begin by experiencing the traditional culture of Kyoto. Visit famous temples such as Kinkakuji and Kiyomizu-dera to experience the beautiful gardens and Buddhist history. We also recommend participating in a traditional culture experience program such as a kimono rental experience or a matcha tea ceremony experience. Day 2: Takayama/HidaMove…

  • Convenience stores (konbini)

    Convenience stores (konbini) are an essential part of Japanese life and a convenient place for tourists. The following is a section on what to expect when shopping at a convenience store in Japan. 1. check business hours: Convenience stores are usually open 24 hours a day, but some stores may have different hours of operation.…

  • Model Itinerary for Touring Japan: Sightseeing Edition

    Model Itinerary for Touring Japan: Sightseeing Edition

    In Japan, there are many tourist destinations that embody ancient history and culture. For visiting tourists, traveling to numerous tourist spots is likely to be a very attractive activity. However, with limited time and budget, it may be difficult to figure out what route to take. Therefore, in this article, we propose a model case…

  • Onsen

    Onsen

    Onsen refers to naturally warm water that comes from underground and is heated by geothermal and other heat sources. Japan is one of the world’s leading hot spring countries, and there are numerous hot spring resorts throughout the country. Onsen are loved by many people for their effectiveness in smoothing the skin, relieving fatigue, and…

  • Shingen

    There are numerous ramen restaurants in Sapporo, and Shingen is known as one of the most popular among them. Below is a detailed explanation of its characteristics and appeal. 1. history and origin of Shingen Shingen is a ramen restaurant located in Minami-ku, Sapporo. The name “Shingen” comes from Shingen Takeda, a military commander in…

  • Naritasan Shinshoji

    Naritasan Shinshoji Temple is a temple of the Shingon sect Chisan School located in Narita City, Chiba Prefecture. It is said to have been founded during the Heian period (810-824) and has a history of about 1,200 years. It is located very close to Narita Airport, and is one of the popular tourist spots for…

  • Kaneki Unagi Honten

    Kaneki Unagi Honten is an eel restaurant located in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, and is one of the long-established stores that has been around since the Edo period. The name “Kaneki” is derived from the name of the founder, a person named Kagiaki. The characteristic of Kaneki Unagi Honten is that they provide eel grilled…

  • Ramen Jiro

    Ramen Jiro (Ramen Jiro) has a unique presence in the Japanese ramen world. Its distinctive style and impressive volume have made it a favorite among many. Ramen Jiro first impresses with its peculiar appearance. Unlike most ramen, it is a large heap of noodles, topped with a large piece of chashu pork, cabbage, bean sprouts,…

  • Menya Musashi

  • Ichiran

    Ichiran is one of Japan’s leading ramen chains. Founded in the 1960s, Ichiran has attracted many fans with its delicious ramen and unique style. Ichiran’s most distinctive feature is their pork bone-based soup and unique manufacturing process. Their ramen is based on a thick pork bone broth, which is concentrated with flavor taken from pork…