Did you know Universal Studios Japan was listed as the world’s third-most-visited theme park in 2022? This park welcomes guests from across the globe, incorporating shows and attractions based on popular films and Japanese anime and manga.
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(Updated on 2024-10-16)
Kansai is a really rich region in terms of culture, architecture, and landscape. It is also home to the most vibrant cities Japan has to offer. It is no wonder that many travelers go through its International Airport (KIX), making it one of the busiest airports in Japan and even Asia.
This Article is for whoever is going to or is interested in Kansai and its main cities (Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Kobe…). For those who prefer Tokyo, you can check out our Complete Guide to Narita Airport or our Complete Guide to Haneda Airport.
Kansai is a more rural region than Kanto. We bet you are confused and have many questions about the area and the best ways to spend a smooth, stress-free time here, starting from Kansai International Airport.
Updated on May 13, 2025
You’ve finally landed in Japan! It’s exciting, but stepping off the plane at Narita Airport can also feel overwhelming. Let us help you eliminate your worries so you can enjoy Japan fully!
Haneda Airport is the closest international airport to central Tokyo, making it a convenient arrival point for many travelers. If you’re stepping off the plane with questions like:
・How do I get to my hotel without speaking Japanese?
・Can I use my phone in Japan? What about internet access?
・What’s the best way to make the most of my time in Japan?
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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.
You might be thinking, “I’m taking a trip to Kyoto so I want to spend the night in a ryokan!”
The history of Kyoto’s ryokan is rich, some of which have been doing business for over 200 years (since the Edo Period of Japan).
If you are looking to experience “Japan” in the truest form of the word, you should definitely be looking to stay at a ryokan.
In this article, we will be introducing to you some of the best 11 ryokan in the Kyoto area, all in convenient locations for shopping and sightseeing.
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When visiting Tokyo, the main city in Japan, to spend 1-2 days to enjoy Tokyo Disney Resort (Tokyo Disney Land & Tokyo Disney Sea) is certainly one of the best choices because the joyfulness that is promised.
Although it is fun enough to just go there without a plan, but it will be much more fun by doing a little more research and knowing more information so that you can plan your wonderful day at the “Magic Kingdom”.
In this article, we are going to focus on providing you with 7 tips on how to enjoy the best out of both Tokyo Disney Land and Tokyo Disney Sea.
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Photo courtesy of Naeba Ski Resort
Are you looking for a ski resort in Japan?
Japan is famous for its light-powder snow, which is great for skiing. It is known as one of the best places for skiers worldwide.
Places like Nagano and Hokkaido have previously hosted the Winter Olympics, and Japan continues to attract skiers and snowboarders from all over the world.
These are not the only reasons people come to Japan to ski; Japan’s ski resorts also attract tourists with the appeal of Japanese culture. At many ski resorts, you can soak in a hot spring. Combined with the unique experiences that you can have in the inner city of Tokyo, a trip to a ski resort can make a perfect trip to Japan.
Tokyo is overflowing with places to go and things to see and do. Even those who have lived in the city for many years have trouble deciding what to do with their days off simply because there is too much to choose from.
In this article, we have chosen some of the best locations for sightseeing and activities in Tokyo. Whether it is your first time in the city or you are a seasoned Tokyoite, you are guaranteed to find something that piques your interest.
We have separated everything into a few categories based on what you might want to see.
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It’s hard to beat Japan when it comes to skiing. The snow is great, the food is delicious and the hot springs (onsen) are the perfect way to relax and warm up after a day out on the mountain.