While traveling through the Tohoku region of Japan we made a quick stop in Ichinoseki because we heard about two stunning gorges that are known for their scenic views and a…
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Daio Wasabi Farm is a running, picturesque wasabi farm that started in 1915 where you can see the growing process of wasabi, enjoy lunch at a small cafe, and buy wasabi…
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If you have a sweet tooth you’re going to LOVE this guide to popular Japanese sweets and desserts. You’ll find a number of sweets in Japan that are blended from Western…
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Logan and I were supposed to be in Japan right now for cherry blossom season but the universe had other plans. I was feeling a little sentimental about it as this…
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We've created a massive list of TV shows and movies that inspire travel to Japan. Some you've probably seen before, but others will hopefully be new to you! There is something…
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When I hear the term “hidden gem” I typically assume that a place is a less-visited place, but typically not “hidden.” However, when we visited Gokanosho (五木五家荘県立自然公園), hidden gem had a…
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Yanagawa is a perfect day trip from Fukuoka, which is why we also made it our first stop on our Japan road trip. It is a small town in the Fukuoka…
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Japan is known for a lot of unique things - delicious cuisine, capsule hotels, historic temples and shrines, tea ceremonies, and breathtaking scenery just to name a few. But another thing…
