The UNESCO World Heritage Site Shirakawago, located in land-locked Gifu Prefecture, is one of the most iconic tourist spots in Japan. With its picture perfect Gassho-zukuri (lit. “praying hands” reflective […]
If you looking for a slice of the modern Japan experience, try staying in a capsule hotel! There are increasingly more places offering more than just a bed, with snazzy […]
Spring heralds one of the most anticipated events of the year popular with millions of Japanese as well as tourists from all over the world. Due to the limited blooming […]
Until recently, I myself had never heard of the quaint town known as Yumura Onsen, but if you’re heading to the world-famous Kinosaki Onsen, it’s definitely worth dropping by for […]
As Japan heads into the depths of winter, one can almost hear the collective sound of aspiring skiers and snowboarders preparing themselves for the slopes that have become a staple […]
Pictured above: Koyasan Onsen Fukuchi-in In recent years, the popularity of shukubo, temple inn stays, has exploded as people search for a cultural experience deeper than the bright lights of […]
Hot on the heels of semi-surreal experiences like the Robot Restaurant and maid cafes, comes a new, raunchier form of immersive entertainment: BURLESQUE Tokyo. Located in one of the centers […]
Pictured above: Kozantei Ubuya It goes without saying that seeing Mt. Fuji at least once is a must. You can visit the iconic (and volcanic) peak on tours or even […]
Get up close and personal with animals! If you’re a fan of the cute and cuddly, Japan doesn’t disappoint. In addition to world-famous animal cafes which feature cats, owls, meerkats […]
Known locally as “puroresu”, pro-wrestling has become one of Japan’s most popular national sports, with its birth attributed to the debut of Rikidozan in 1951, said to be the “Father […]
Drum TAO is currently one of the hottest acts out of Japan, taking the world by storm with their powerful fusion of taiko drums and entertainment. JAPANiCAN was recently invited […]
Tokyo Tower. An orange-red structure of steel standing amidst a sea of concrete. Modelled after the Eiffel Tower in Paris, Tokyo Tower stands at 333 meters, 13 meters taller than […]
