Sapporo is home not only to some of the most picturesque natural views in Japan, the world-famous Sapporo Snow Festival, and delicious miso ramen and soup curry, but also to the country’s oldest and one of the most popular beer …
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If you want to get married in Japan as a foreigner, the process is pretty straightforward. Before you fly into the country, you just have to make certain preparations that will ensure that everything goes smoothly on your special day.…
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Every year on the second Monday of January, Japan observes a holiday known as the Coming of Age Day to celebrate all Japanese youth who have reached the age of maturity or will reach the age of majority any time …
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Perhaps you think Japanese people are shy? Want a different impression? Visit an Izakaya! (a casual Japanese gastropub) Whether you’re a worker needing to rewind or a tourist fatigued by sensory overload the Izakaya is the perfect way to end …
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In Japan and other East Asian countries, people use chopsticks when eating different kinds of food. For many foreigners visiting Japan, this can be very challenging as it takes a bit of practice to learn how to properly hold the …
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One of the best things about travelling is the opportunity to meet new friends. If you go to Japan, you will find some of the friendliest and nicest people in the world. Even if you know zero Japanese, they will …
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Mount Yoshino is a 350-meter tall mountain in the town of Yoshino in Nara Prefecture. It is one of Japan’s most important heritage sites, with a popular pilgrimage trail that has been in existence for several centuries now. Along with …
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You might have arrived in Japan thinking it would be easy to get a sim card with a phone number. If you’re reading this it probably means you’ve discovered it isn’t. There’s no shortage of one-time usage prepaid data sim …
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For a once in a lifetime trip you want a one-of-a-kind travel experience. Hiring a private tour guide can make the difference. In this blog post we introduce the services of OTOMO- a private tour service that connects local guides …
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Most people seeking a sim card for Japan are looking for an easy solution to a difficult problem. You want to get online- and fast! You’ve probably heard all the scare stories of Japanese mobile phone contracts.
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JETs, Expats, Students & Tourists- Your SIM Card Connects Our World Read More »