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Ise Grand Shrine Japan Guide: How to Visit Japan’s Most Sacred Shinto Shrine

Discover Ise Grand Shrine, Japan’s most sacred Shinto shrine. Learn its history, how to visit Naiku and Geku, worship etiquette, and travel tips for visiting Ise in Mie Prefecture.

2026.02.12

Excursion

What Is Omiyage? Japan’s Gift-Giving Culture Explained

What is omiyage? Learn about Japan’s gift-giving culture, its history, popular souvenirs, and why travelers are expected to buy gifts in Japan.

2026.02.04

Situations

Why Is Japan So Quiet? The Secret Behind Japan’s Peaceful Atmosphere

Why is Japan so quiet—even in cities like Tokyo? Discover the cultural, religious, and social reasons behind Japan’s peaceful atmosphere, plus etiquette tips for travelers.

2026.01.30 2026.02.09

Deeper

A Real Japanese Breakfast: What People Actually Eat

What do Japanese people really eat for breakfast? Discover real Japanese breakfasts, from natto and onigiri to hotel buffets and convenience store options.

2026.01.23

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Local Secrets: 5 Must-Try Japanese Chain Restaurants in Tokyo

Discover 5 Tokyo chain restaurants loved by locals. From ramen to katsudon, these affordable spots show you how real Japanese people eat.

2026.01.15 2026.01.21

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Japan in Spring vs. Autumn: Which Season Is Better for Travel?

Planning a trip to Japan? Compare spring vs autumn travel, including cherry blossoms, fall foliage, weather, crowds, and costs to find the best season to visit Japan.

2026.01.08 2026.01.21

Tips

Japan’s Secondhand Culture

Discover Japan’s unique secondhand culture—from clean used books and thrift stores to flea markets and luxury brands—perfect for travelers and shoppers.

2025.12.22 2026.01.21

Deeper

Suica or PASMO? The Best Travel Companion for Your Tokyo Trip

Visiting Tokyo? Learn whether Suica or PASMO is the best IC card, how Welcome Suica works, where to buy it, and which option is easiest for travelers.

2025.11.17 2026.01.21

Tips

Best 1-Day Trips from Tokyo: Kawagoe, Utsunomiya, Odawara, Sawara & Chichibu

Escape Tokyo for a day! Explore charming towns like Kawagoe, Utsunomiya, Odawara, Sawara, and Chichibu — all easy day trips from Tokyo filled with culture, food, and hidden beauty.

2025.11.04 2026.01.21

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One Piece Fans Rejoice! Visit Tokyo’s Mugiwara Store & Jump Shop

Visit the Mugiwara Store and Jump Shop in Tokyo — official anime shops for One Piece and Shonen Jump fans, full of rare items and collectibles.

2025.10.28 2025.11.04

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