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A Polar bear standing at the end of a ice cliff that is in the Tennoji Zoo in Osaka, Japan

Tennoji Zoo Review: All You Need to Know

July 6, 2020 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
The Tennoji Zoo is Japan’s third oldest zoo. The 11 hectare (27 acres) zoo is home to 1,000 …
Red cloth hanging from a Japanese style door-front that says the title of this article, "Namba Oriental Hotel Review."

Namba Oriental Hotel Review

July 6, 2020 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
Can’t get enough of Namba’s electric atmosphere? Stay there in comfort at the Namba Oriental Hotel, a mid-range …
Minoo Park Waterfall in Osaka, Japan. A couple is standing in front of the waterfall under a red, Japanese style umbrella.

Minoo Park: Osaka’s Own Quasi-National Park

July 6, 2020 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
The word Osaka immediately conjures up an image of neon lights, skyscrapers, bustling shopping streets and the city’s …
A Group of People Dancing in a dark club and having fun.

The Best Nightclubs in Osaka: 7 Standout Clubs

October 23, 2019 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
Osaka might not have a reputation for clubbing that Tokyo does, but as the major club center in …
The Kyoto Tower, taken from the outside of a building high up. The text on this image reads, "Hotel Granvia Kyoto."

Hotel Granvia Kyoto: The Most Convenient Hotel in Kyoto?

July 16, 2019 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
In terms of location, Hotel Granvia Kyoto is impossible to beat. The hotel is literally inside Kyoto Station. …
A tall building taken from the bottom looking up. The text on this article reads,"Intercontinental Hotel Osaka."

Intercontinental Hotel Osaka: The Height of Luxury

June 12, 2019 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
The Intercontinental Hotel Osaka has everything: all of the luxury and amenities you’d expect from an up-to-date, five-star …
Silver metal bowls filled with various Korean dishes (mostly vegetables).

Tsuruhashi Korea Town: Japan’s Largest Korea Town

June 12, 2019 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
Want to know one of Osaka’s best-kept secrets? The city has the largest Korea Town in Japan. You …
Fresh seafood is being displayed a food vendor's stall in Japan (crab, scallops, uni, shrimp, oysters.).

Kuromon Market: Taste the Best of Osaka!

June 11, 2019 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
Do you love fresh seafood cooked right before your eyes? Maybe you want to go on a food …
A shot of buildings in Osaka. The text on this image reads, "Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel"

Osaka Marriott Miyako: A Hotel with Breathtaking Views

June 10, 2019 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
Like a room with a view? Then you can’t pass up the Osaka Marriott Miyako. Located on the …
Osaka Station City as seen from above, at night.

Osaka Station City: Shopping and Food Galore!

March 2, 2019 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
The new Osaka Station City opened in 2011. The architects replaced a crowded and boring train station with …
A panoramic shot of Kyoto City, filled with buildings all around.

Kyoto Century Hotel Review

August 17, 2018 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
Despite being only a 2-minute walk from Kyoto Station, the city’s train and bus hub, Kyoto Century Hotel …
A man, woman, boy, and girl are sliding down a waterslide on clean inner tubes.

The 10 Best Water Parks in Japan

August 15, 2018 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
Don’t take the Japanese summer for granted. The temperatures might look mild on paper, but the high humidity …
Abeno Harukas building taken from afar, with other buildings around it.

Abeno Harukas: The Skyscraper That Stands Above the Rest

August 15, 2018 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
The Abeno Harukas Skyscraper is the tallest building in Japan. It’s also home to Japan’s largest department store …
A shop at Nishiki Market that is selling seafood skewered on a stick. Squid and small octopi can be seen.

Nishiki Market: Kyoto’s Pantry of Awesome Food

August 15, 2018 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
Kyoto’s stint as Japan’s capital had a lasting impact on Japanese culture, art, and religion… and especially on …
A set of statues of people in a row, their hands in prayer, and see to be floating off the ground.

Nagasaki Churches, Christianity, & World Culture

August 15, 2018 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
Japan has had a complicated relationship with Western culture. Nagasaki is proof. Some of the Japanese-style buildings haven’t …
Nagasaki Chinese Heritage

Nagasaki Chinatown and Temples

June 16, 2018 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
Nagasaki has the oldest Chinese temples in Japan. The city has some of the finest Ming Dynasty temples …
Nagasaki Japan Skyline

Things to Do in Nagasaki: The Atomic Bomb and Beyond

March 16, 2018 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
Nagasaki has a rich cultural history, but it’s mostly known for one tragic event: the atomic bombing on …
Ks House Kyoto Review

K’s House Kyoto Review

December 27, 2017 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
  K’s House Kyoto:  Is It Worth It? No wonder K’s House Kyoto is so popular! Since 2003, …
J-Hoppers Kyoto Review

J-Hoppers Kyoto Review: Is it Worth It?

December 25, 2017 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
  J-Hoppers Kyoto Guesthouse:  A Complete Review   To Check Availability and Prices Agoda.com – Recommended for booking …
Lake Kawaguchi

Lake Kawaguchi: A Relaxing Escape to Nature

December 24, 2017 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
Tired of temples? Need to escape Tokyo and reconnect with nature? Or maybe you just want something active …
Mount Fuji

Climbing Mt. Fuji: Prepare Yourself

December 21, 2017 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
Mt. Fuji: Climbing the Japanese Icon Mt. Fuji looms large in Japan. The mountain’s iconic silhouette appears in …
Kushiro

Kushiro, Hokkaido: Visit While You Can

December 18, 2017 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
Kushiro is known as “The Town of Mist” due to its atmospheric weather. The fourth largest city in …
Asahidake with Ropeway Station

Asahikawa: Experience The Best of Summer in Hokkaido

December 16, 2017 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
Summer in Hokkaido has a lot to offer. The prefecture’s gentle summer climate is perfect for flowers; tourists …
Sapporo Otaru Coastline Cliffs

Explore Hokkaido: Awesome Sapporo Day Trips

December 7, 2017 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
If you visit Sapporo, don’t limit yourself to the activities within the city. While there are many fun …
Shinjuku Japan at Night

The Best Cheap Hotels in Shinjuku

December 2, 2017 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
Shinjuku has gone through many changes in recent years, but the district is still a nightlife hotspot, home …
Niseko - Hirafu Skiing

Niseko: A Winter Wonderland for Skiers

November 30, 2017 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
If your idea of heaven is miles and miles of fresh powder, Niseko is the place for you. …
What to do in Sapporo Old Government Building

What to Do in Sapporo: A Year-Round Guide

November 24, 2017 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
The majority of Sapporo’s visitors come in winter for the city’s famous Snow Festival. Even if your schedule …
Things to Do in Sapporo Big Snow Sculpture

Things to Do in Sapporo: Winter Guide

November 24, 2017 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
Sapporo in Winter: Amazing Ice Sculptures, Food, and Fun Sapporo has a lot to offer. It’s the Prefectural …
Tokyo Baseball Japanese Fans

Tokyo Baseball Games: Feel the Energy of the Crowd!

November 24, 2017 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
Sumo may be Japan’s national sport, but baseball is Japan’s most popular past time.  English professor Horace Wilson …
Nikko Lake Chuzenji

Nikko Japan: An Ancient Forest, Historic Temples and Haunting Beauty

November 21, 2017 • Louise • No Comments • Places to Visit
As you climb the steps to the Taiyuin Mausoleum, birds replace the sound of traffic. Only a few …

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