Is Minna No Nihongo the Best for Learning Japanese?
Whereas the internet and apps seem to have taken over the language learning world, there is still a strong case for a clear and concise course in text. Having an …
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How to Best Visit Ryusendo Cave: Exploring Hidden Japan
Tucked away in the town of Iwaizumi (岩泉) in Iwate Prefecture (岩手県) is one of the three great limestone caves of Japan, Ryusendo Cave (龍泉洞). Not the easiest spot to …
Nomura Samurai House Spotlight: How to Visit Unique Kanazawa
Located to the west of Kanazawa Castle, one of the 100 finest in Japan, resides the wonderfully well-preserved area of Nagamachi (長町). In the castle‘ day, this is where the …
Focus on Unusual Yoshimi: 3 Secrets of Rural Japan
Most probably wouldn’t think of Saitama Prefecture as rural. Being located adjacent to Tokyo Prefecture, many residents commute into the city. Hell, some of them commute to the prefecture I …
What is it like to have appendicitis?
Update 3 July 2019: This was one of my original posts on my old domain about my appendicitis episode. I’ve debated removing it more times than not but it was …
Kasumigajo Park: Beautiful Japanese Garden in Fukui
Kasumigajo Park is located in the city of Sakai in Fukui Prefecture, Japan. Probably one of the lesser-known prefectures, but that doesn’t mean there’s not a reason to go visit! …
Tottori Sand Dunes: How to Be Delighted by Japan’s Largest
Did you know that Japan has massive sand dunes? One of the lesser-known prefectures, Tottori, is located on the west coast of the main island of Japan along the Sea …
How to Make Monjayaki (もんじゃ焼き) like a Pro
Regional specialties of food abound in Japan. However, even though Tokyo has the most Michelin starred restaurants (including ramen restaurants!) of any city in the world, they really only have …
Tottori Castle Ruins Insider: One of Japan’s 100 Finest
Not all of the 100 finest castles of Japan are still intact castles. Sometimes all that remains are just really awesome foundations. Or just earthworks like Takaoka. Little remains of …
Craving Mexican? How to Find Guacamole Ingredients in Japan
Fun internet find of the day – how to find guacamole ingredients in Japan! Let’s admit it. Japanese grocery stores can be intimidating. Especially when you are new to the …