Blogs
Find out what makes our destinations special places, get tips about what to see and do, and how to prepare for your trip.
Kyōto Trail
The Kyōto Trail is an 80 km hiking route around the hilly borders of Kyōto city.
Kyōto Railway Museum
The Kyōto Railway Museum exhaustively documents every conceivable aspect of railways in Japan.
Y’s Road Bicycle Shop
Buy your sports bike at Y’s Road in Japan and save more with our 10% Tax-Free + 5% Discount coupon
The Hidden Christians of Japan
The story of Japan’s Hidden Christians—known as Kakure Kirishitan—is one of the most unusual religious histories in the world.
Fixed Net Fishing
In Hirado, Japan Adventurer offers a unique opportunity to see the work of Japan’s commercial fishermen up close.
Essential Japanese Expressions and Etiquette
Here we take a look at essential Japanese expressions and etiquette. If you get these down, you’ll flow through Japan like water.
Snowshoeing in Hakuba
Enjoy exquisite snowy landscapes at a comfortable pace.
11 Reasons to Visit Shikoku
Here we attempt to summarize the myriad reasons to visit Shikoku into just eleven.
Shintō Shrines vs. Buddhist Temples
Shintō shrines and Buddhist temples serve different purposes and reflect different beliefs.
Rafting the Gōno River
Rolling, rolling, rolling on the Gōno River
Oysters and Sake
The luxury of enjoying the finest, freshest oysters by the sea.
Navy Curry
The tasty tucker that keeps the Japanese navy afloat.












