Kanazawa has become a popular tourist spot since the opening of the Hokuriku Shinkansen in 2015. A relaxing soak in a hot spring at an elegant ryokan is sure to create wonderful memories for you and your loved ones. In between visiting geisha shows and walking the old samurai streets, pick the best onsen to get the full traditional Japanese experience.
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There are three types of international plans offered by Verizon that you can use in Japan.
Unfortunately, the fact of the matter is that all of these options are quite expensive and difficult to recommend.
In this article, we will be breaking down each of Verizon’s international plans as well as introducing a more cost-effective and better-performance option: prepaid SIM cards for Japan.
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Are you looking for an onsen hot spring in Shinjuku?
This article introduces the seven best hot spring facilities available in and around Shinjuku.
We have compiled a list of various types of onsen, from ryokan facilities that cost several tens of thousands of yen per night to public bathhouses that can be used for only 500 yen per visit.
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Sapporo, as the fifth most populated city in Japan, is filled with office buildings and business establishments. However, did you know that it also has notable spots for natural hot springs?
In this article, we will be introducing 12 of the best spots for onsen in Sapporo.
From beautiful night views to old Japanese traditions, there are many aspects of Sapporo’s natural onsen that you are sure to enjoy.
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Fukuoka is the most populous prefecture in Kyushu, one of the large islands of southern Japan. Although few people may think of onsen when they hear the word “Fukuoka,” there are surprisingly many attractive onsen spots.
In this article, we have picked onsen facilities that can be enjoyed on a day trip, onsen facilities (hotels and ryokan) where you can stay overnight, and famous onsen areas in Fukuoka.
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Are you looking to relax in an onsen after a day of exploration in Kyoto?
There are many ryokan (Japanese-style inns) and sento (public baths) in the city where you can really take in the culture of Japan while bathing in a natural onsen.
In this article, we will be covering spots where you can enjoy a day trip to an onsen, lodges with onsen where you can stay overnight, as well as facilities that offer private onsen.
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From the open-air onsen baths where you can enjoy snowy landscapes, to natural onsen hot springs surrounded by forests, to large onsen baths where you can soak while overlooking a vast lake, Hokkaido’s onsen hot springs are some of the most attractive in Japan. Hokkaido is full of amazing spots to enjoy.
In this article, we will introduce the best 12 onsen areas in Hokkaido.
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Whitesaurus (Katsuyama City, Fukui)
What is Hokuriku? The Hokuriku area is a smaller subset of Chubu, one of the 5 main regions of Japan; including Tohoku, Kanto, Chubu, Kansai, and Chugoku. The three Prefectures of Ishikawa, Fukui, and Toyama make up the region. Hokuriku has the best of both worlds, with both beautiful coastlines on the western side as well as ranges of mountains along the eastern side. With picturesque towns, rich cultural history, mouthwatering local delicacies, beautiful hiking trails, and parks, it is filled with tons of activities and experiences to try.
So, you’re going to Japan to study abroad. You must be excited, nervous, and maybe even a little bit concerned.
Especially if it is your first time in Japan, you may be wondering what you can expect from living in the country long-term.
In this article, we will be breaking down some of the most surprising aspects of life in Japan as a student.
These were all considered and chosen by those who have had experience studying abroad in Tokyo.
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Are you thinking about using a T-Mobile international roaming plan during your trip to Japan?
Thankfully, some T-Mobile plans allow you to use your phone in Japan for no extra charge.
However, these plans also have some cons and are not for everyone. The connection speeds may be slow, or you may not have a lot of data to use while on your trip.
In this article, we will be explaining T-Mobile’s roaming plans for Japan in detail. This includes the connection speeds and coverage, pros and cons, and how to use the plans themselves.
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