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Take The Path Less Travelled On Japan’s New Golden Route
Earlier this year I visited some spots covered by Japan’s Hokuriku Arch Pass. Recently I’ve been spending more and more time in that north-western part of Japan, and there are so many interesting sights without anything being overcrowded, which is amazing. One of my favourite spots to visit is definitely Karuizawa, mentioned in my article:…
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20 Best Japanese Castles You Should Visit
At one point, there were tons of castles all over Japan, but eventually there came an order for only one castle to remain in each prefecture. Of course, these remaining castles have gone out of use now, and are largely open to the public to explore. These are some of the most stunning ones to…
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10 Most Popular Foods to Eat in Japan & How to Find Them
Sushi and ramen get all the love when it comes to Japanese food, but what other tasty treats are there in this gourmet wonderland? Find out in my post here:https://japanspecialist.com/w/10-most-popular-foods-japan
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Kagoshima Day Trips
In March I was lucky enough to visit Kagoshima, a beautiful southern prefecture of Japan. Even so early in the year it was starting to get warm, and I was really taking in that tropical atmosphere! Here are some fun and cultural activities you can do in the area:https://voyapon.com/kagoshima-day-trip-sightseeing-train-garden-museum/
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The New Golden Route: Exploring Nagano and More with the Hokuriku Arch Pass
I went on a trip around Japan’s northwest and was able to experience Japan’s nature and culture first hand in an area I’d rarely visited before. It was a very interesting trip, and I’m starting to love that area more and more, particularly Ishikawa! You can easily visit the area for yourself with the Hokuriku…
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20 Best Towns to Enjoy the Winter Snow in Japan
I think, at least in the west, Japan is too often stereotyped by Tokyo and Kyoto. It’s either modern or traditional, and there’s nothing else special about it. But in reality, given how big Japan is, there’s this huge variety of interesting cultures that are often heavily influenced by their climate. These beautiful towns are…
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15 Iconic Japanese Mountains You Must Visit
Although I was never much of a hiker (or a hiker at all, in fact) when I lived in the UK, since moving to Japan I have come to love the feeling of arriving at the top of a mountain after a good hike. Seeing that beautiful landscape is just that much better when you…
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Illumination Events in Japan for Christmas 2022
In recent years, Japan has gone all out with its “illumination” events around Christmas time. These events usually take places in parks or large facilities, and are decked out with colourful lights and wintery music. A few of them took a break during the pandemic, but a lot of them are back with a bang…
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Beginner’s Guide to Onsen in Japan
Winter is the time for a hot bath and relaxation! But onsen in Japan are a little different to your run-of-the-mill bath, so here I look at some of cultural and linguistic tips for an enjoyable hot spring trip: https://blog.gaijinpot.com/beginners-guide-to-onsen-in-japan/
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Warming up to onsen: The quirks and customs of public baths
Admittedly it took me a long time to get used to bath culture in Japan, but now in this cold weather it’s pretty much all I can think about. But there are a lot of confusing words and customs associated with the hot springs, so I put a few of them together in my latest…
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Cassandra Lord - Japan Content Creator 