Japan

Sweet Japan: The Secret Behind Osaka's Insanely Popular MADAME SHINCO Desserts!

Osaka Suburbs Other Cafes and Sweets

MADAME SHINCO is well-known for their Baumkuchen, which is also popular by mail-order. Most people associate current chairwoman Madame Shinko with bright pink colors and leopard print designs. Today, I visited the Madame Shinco Main Branch in Minoh, Osaka to enjoy their limited edition sweets as well as a live performance that can only be seen here! I even got to learn about the real President Shinko herself.

Spa LaQua: This Gorgeous Tokyo Resort Has Budget-Priced Natural Hot Springs (And Beautiful Night Views)

Hot Springs (Onsen) & Bath Houses (Sento)
Japan Winter 2019 Special! 4 Inspirational Day Trips From Tokyo

Tokyo Station Winter
Visiting Japan's Miffy Cafe Will Make Your Heart Melt (Photos)

Other Surrounding Areas Of Iwate Other Cafes and Sweets
Close Look at the Very Popular Kichijoji! 4 Highly Acclaimed Charismatic Stores Selling Modern Sundries and Vintage Small Items

Kichijoji Other Shopping
Directly connected to Tokyo Station! Close look at what makes the Tokyo Station Hotel so attractive

Tokyo Station
From Countdown to Sunrise: Top 4 Places to Celebrate New Year in Kyoto 2019 – 2020

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple

Quirky 'Sora-Donki' Discount Shop Opens at New Chitose Airport: Top Staff-Recommended Products & More!

Sapporo / Chitose Discount Stores

When you hear the name 'Don Quixote' in Japan, you will most likely picture Japan's largest discount store chain. Sora-Donki, the airport location of the chain, recently opened its second branch on the international departure floor of the New Chitose Airport on August 30, 2019. This branch boasts an area of up to three times larger than that of its Haneda Airport counterpart, with items upon items lining the store, offering an overwhelming variety of goods including snacks and drinks, souvenirs, medicines, and even clothing. Because it is located on the international floor, it is perfect for inbound travelers. Let's take a look at some of the most popular items amongst traveling visiting from overseas.

Apple Marunouchi & More! 5 Newly-Opened Spots in Tokyo Station Marunouchi Area (2018-2019)

Tokyo Station
Japan Food Trends for 2019: The “Dish of the Year” is Tapioca!
Tokyo, Whoa! Travelers Share 21 Shocking And Surprising Things About Visiting Japan

Shibuya
Kyoto Glamping Guide: GRAX in Rurikei Onsen - Lavish BBQ and hot springs in the utmost comfort

kyoto Suburbs Unique Hotels
The Curiously Unusual World of Japanese Pizza

Akihabara Pizza
Tokyo's 9 Best Winter Events in December 2019: Chilly Winter, Shiny Holidays!

Roppongi Winter

Say Hello to Kitty and Friends at Tokyo’s Cutest Train Station!

Tokyo's Surrounding Areas Pop Culture

You won’t find a train station more adorable than this one! The Keio railway company recently unveiled a new look for their Tama-Center Station, featuring some of Sanrio’s most popular characters, including none other than Hello Kitty. From the ticket gates to the station platform, and even a special limited train, I found some of Japan’s cutest characters in the most unexpected places!

[MOVIE] Navigating Virtual Airspace with Skyart JAPAN

Shinagawa Adventure Activities
Learn the Art of Flower Arrangement at Ohara School of Ikebana

Harajuku Other Traditional Arts
[MOVIE] Sightseeing Taxi: Tour Tokyo the Easy Way!

Odaiba Adventure Activities
(Video) OFF-KAi!!: An Akihabara Hair Salon for Anime Fans

Akihabara Other Health and Beauty
[MOVIE] Achieve Your Cosplay Dreams at Cosplay Studio Crown!

Akihabara Culture Experience
Purikura: Change Yourself Up with Photo Booth Fun!

Arcades

Guide to Traveling Hokkaido by Train: Prices and Distance for All Main Train Stations

Sapporo / Chitose Other Sightseeing

Hokkaido is one of the most popular sightseeing places in Japan. The attractive parts of traveling by train is the possibility to go around many places from one to another, whether it is looking for souvenirs or food. Here, we will introduce the travel time and fares of traveling by train around Hokkaido.

JR Osaka Station’s Travel Service Center is multilingual. Let’s take a look at the services they offer travelers in Osaka

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Other Sightseeing
Crazy Cheap but Crazy Quality: The Shopping Secret to Japan’s Home Appliances on a Budget

Electronics Stores
A City That Never Sleeps: Top 3 Spots to Stay in Ikebukuro Until Morning (If You Miss the Last Train!)

Ikebukuro
Our hotel recommendations for Sounkyo Gorge: Where to stay if you want a bath with a view and delicious cuisine!

Furano / Biei / Sounkyo Ryokan
Ultimate Guide to Visiting Japan’s Ise Grand Shrine for New Year (2019 Edition)

Ise, Toba, Shima Shrines
Where to Get Wi-Fi at Kansai International Airport: List of Nearby Wi-Fi Rental Facilities

Kansai Airport Wi-Fi Rental Shops

Kobe Travel - Arima Onsen Guide: Enjoy relaxing at Japan’s oldest hot spring town (and autumn foliage too)!

Arima Onsen, Mt. Rokko Hot Springs (Onsen) & Bath Houses (Sento)

Arima Onsen is one of Japan’s Three Ancient Springs and is mentioned in The Pillow Book as one of the Three Famous Springs of that time. Zuihoji Park, praised by Taiko Hideyoshi who said, "I never tire of the view," embodies the traditional Japanese atmosphere especially when the leaves turn red in the fall. This is a place I heartily recommend for a pleasant day-trip to a famous hot spring where you can enjoy the famous Kinsen [golden hot spring] and Ginsen [silver hot spring] as well as some famous hot spring products.

This Wild Footbridge Takes You Through Nara’s Breathtaking Mitarai Valley

Nara Suburbs Rivers, Lakes & Canyons
1000 Statues of Kannon to Greet You, and Just a Short Walk from Kyoto Station - A Guide to the Best Features of Sanjusangen-do Temple

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Temples
7 Stylish Neighborhoods That Will Make You Fall In Love With Tokyo All Over Again

Other Townscapes
Wakayama Guide: Visit the land of gods on a journey to Kumano Sanzan

Kumano Kodo, Shingu, Shirahama Shrines
10 Must-See Festivals of Japan: Nebuta, Morioka-Sansa Dance, and More! (2020 Edition)

Japanese Festivals (Matsuri)
Honke Owariya: This Kyoto Soba Restaurant Was Founded in 1465 (And Is Still Crazy Popular)

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Udon & Soba

Easy access from Tokyo! Save money while sightseeing in Chichibu with these 5 great train tickets

Saitama Suburbs Rivers, Lakes & Canyons

Chichibu, located in the northwestern part of Saitama Prefecture, right next to Tokyo, is a popular tourist destination where you can feel the mysterious beauty of nature and history. It takes only an hour from central Tokyo to Chichibu, where you can enjoy spectacular views, historical buildings, and traditional Japanese culture. When traveling to Chichibu, we recommended you use the railway so you can relax and enjoy the view from the windows. Here are some great deals available for the Seibu and Chichibu Railways that you should know about when traveling to Chichibu!