Need Help on Itineraries
Saturday June 30, 2007
A member of Japan for Visitors forum suggests, "My wife and I are planning to visit Japan to celebrate our wedding anniversary, we plan to enter thru Tokyo. Then visit ... Read More
Sumo Tournament in Nagoya
Thursday June 28, 2007
The annual sumo tournament in Nagoya (nagoya basho) is held from July 8 to July 22 at Aichi Prefectural Gymnasium. If you are visiting Nagoya soon, it's a great chance ... Read More
Tokyo Movie Theaters
Wednesday June 27, 2007
When the weather isn't good, watching movies might be a good idea. There are lots of great movie theaters in Tokyo.
Tokyo Movie Theater List
Japanese Movies
Tanabata - Japanese Star Festival
Monday June 25, 2007
Tanabata is a traditional Japanese festival on July 7th (or August 8th). People write their wishes on colorful paper and hang them on bamboo branches. Sendai Tanabata and Hiratsuka Tanabata ... Read More
Beaches and Islands in Okinawa
Saturday June 23, 2007
Its rainy season is over in Okinawa. The most attractive feature of Okinawa for tourists is the beaches. Here are lists of islands and beaches in Okinawa.
Okinawa Beaches and Islands
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Futon Questions
Friday June 22, 2007
A member of Japan for Visitors forum asks, "I am planning on replacing my bed soon and have been told that traditional Japanese futons are great for sleeping. Since ... Read More
Tsuyu - Japan's Rainy Season
Wednesday June 20, 2007
Most regions in Japan are now in the rainy season called tsuyu. Japan's rainy season usually ends in middle July. Although it's gloomy during the rainy season, beautiful flowers are ... Read More
Climbing Mt. Fuji
Monday June 18, 2007
Mt. Fuji is the tallest mountain in Japan, and the official climbing season of Mt Fuji begins soon. Here are climbing routes of Mt. Fuji.
Climbing Mt. Fuji
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Medicine in Japan
Sunday June 17, 2007
A member of Japan for Visitors forum asks, "I will be traveling from the United States to Japan. I have medicine that I must take every day. Can someone tell ... Read More
Japan Photo Gallery: Yokohama Minato Mirai
Thursday June 14, 2007
Minato Mirai is a newly developed area in Yokohama-city. There are hotels, museums, shopping malls, convention centers, exhibition halls, parks, and lots more in this area. Cosmo World is a ... Read More
Train Travel to Hokkaido
Wednesday June 13, 2007
The weather in Hokkaido is usually nice around this time of the year since there is no rainy season in Hokkaido. Taking a berth train is a popular way to ... Read More
Visit Kyoto Gion Festival
Monday June 11, 2007
Kyoto Gion Matsuri is a festival of Yasaka Shrine in Kyoto. The festival begins on July 1st and ends on July 31st. The main event is Yamahoko-junko on the 17th. ... Read More
Going to Japan for the First Time
Sunday June 10, 2007
A member of Japan for Visitors forum suggests, "Hi, I love to go to japan this summer for 2 weeks, but I'm not sure where to start, I hope somebody ... Read More
Tips on Traveling Cheap in Japan
Wednesday June 6, 2007
Are you visiting Japan for your summer vacation? Here are some ways to save money on traveling in Japan.
Japan Budget Travel Tips
Japan Rail Passes
Discount Flights to Japan
Tokyo Budget Hotels
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Great Hot Springs in Japan
Monday June 4, 2007
Going to a hot spring (onsen) is a popular leisure among Japanese people. There are a lot of onsen all over Japan. Some are large spa resorts, and some are ... Read More
Is Japan Expensive Place?
Friday June 1, 2007
A member of Japan for Visitors forum asks, "I am travelling to Japan either two weeks prior to Christmas or two weeks after new years... My questions is why does ... Read More