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Having A Shabushabu Experience In Gion, Kyoto, Japan

One of the most interesting restaurants I ate at during my trip to Kyoto, Japan, was at Gion Gyuzen (323 Gionmachikitagawa, Higashiyamaku) and partaking in some traditional shabushabu. Upon entering the restaurant I was asked to remove my shoes and was escorted to a private room with sliding doors and a low table adorned with…Read more...
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Kyoto Day Trip: Amanohashidate, Japan’s Scenic Sandbar

While Kyoto, Japan, has much to offer travelers, a scenic day trip option is Amanohashidate. Also known as “The Bridge to Heaven,” it’s touted as one of Japan’s three most scenic areas. This is due to the 2.2-mile (3.6-kilometer) natural sand bridge covered in pine trees that sits in the Sea of Japan, set against…Read more...
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Culture Shock: My First Onsen Experience In Japan

“When doing the Japanese onsen you’ll bring a small and big towel to the locker room where you can leave the big towel in a locker or basket. The baths are separated by male and female. You’ll then remove your clothes and bring your small towel with you to the public bathing area to wash…Read more...
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Essential Japan Travel Tips (Complete With Helpful Trip Planning Lists)

Planning a trip to Japan? Read on for essential Japan travel tips, packing lists, must-try foods and not-to-miss cultural experiences. Japan Travel Tips 1. Japan is a large country with many different climates. For example, if you’re going to Okinawa it’s likely to be warmer than Tokyo. Keep this in mind when packing, and check…Read more...

Kagurazaka: Tokyo’s Speakeasy Neighborhood

World-renowned for their classic and craft cocktail culture, there are many outstanding speakeasies and bars in Tokyo. In fact, bartenders from cosmopolitan cities like New York and Sydney often look to Tokyo for guidance in their libation creation. If you like drinks, it’s definitely something you’ll want to explore while visiting Japan. To truly experience…Read more...
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