Japanese aesthetic principles and concepts are often hard to decipher into actionable and practical ways to help you in daily life. In this article, I’ve taken the time to identify the key principles Japanese culture has to offer and linked them to…
In Japan it's extremely common to give gourmet fruit as gifts rather than simply to eat. To this affect Japanese fruit tends to command a higher price and increase competition for the most desirable fruit year upon year.…
Japan has undoubtedly contributed extensively to the video game industry, but are there any games set in Japan?…
I was sitting in my garden the other day drinking some perfectly brewed green tea when I thought "Does Japan have good coffee too?"…
Have you ever thought 'What camera should I bring to Japan?'. Having graduated with a degree in photography, I know the importance of a good camera for a once in a lifetime trip. And having been to Japan a number of times,…
Tokyo got the best of you? In need of somewhere to relax in the big city? I've done the research to bring you the 5 best places to chill out or relax in Tokyo. Whether you're a solo traveller or with a…
Decided to finally take the plunge and book your flight to Japan? Let me show you how to prepare for it and survive your long-haul flight!…
In England we get roughly 20 pathetic days of snow a year. That doesn't mean it settled and doesn't mean it was heavy! So it got me thinking, 'Where's the snowiest place on earth?'.…
If you've ever visited Japan then you know it's an extremely clean country. We explore how and why that happens.…
The Japanese government has finally made it the law to display post tax item prices in shops. A change a lot of people have been waiting for!…
Using airbnb Japan is the ideal way for you to give your trip a little more authenticity! Let's take a look at the 19 best places to stay.…
Buying a Japanese textbook is the first decision during your learning journey. We've made a guide to help you decide which one is best for you.…
From Japanese Junk food to famous Japanese snacks and more, we count down the best Japanese snacks you need to try!…
Want a unique and cheap accommodation option for your trip to Japan? Here's a list of 5 of the best capsule hotels in Tokyo!…
Is walking around Tokyo making you tired? How about resting in the capitals first and most luxury ryokan!…
Fancy learning Japanese online but not sure where to start? We've created the ultimate list of resources to help you get started on your journey!…
It's a time of the year that many of us probably celebrate and enjoy, but is easter celebrated in Japan?…
Starbucks has just released it's Cherry Blossom Drink for 2021 and this year it's been upgraded.…
The most wholesome gaming community also happen to be some of the best designers of Japanese acnh islands.…
So many intriguing creative projects have either come from Japan, or been inspired by it. But perhaps none are more interesting than this one from Hama. Hama is an art student from Japan who hand crafts delicious looking pieces of sushi from…
The Nippon Design Center has just released over 250 pictograms to help tourists navigate their way around Japan. Oh, and they're free for anyone to use..…
Kill time, break the silence, find your flow, and relax. Whatever your intention, Lofi is a great addition to any music library.…
Times have been hard recently, so here are 6 of the most interesting types of zen retreats to help you recharge your batteries.…
Shin Noguchi is a street/documentary photographer from Japan. We take a look at his new monograph “In Color In Japan”.…
If you're as much as a raving Studio Ghibli fan as I am then you'll be pleased to know that despite Covid-19, a Studio Ghibli theme park in Japan is planned to open.…
Long have we drunk coffee every morning to prepare us for the day, but is it really the best drink to be starting your day with?…
Living a simple life means different things to different people. Now it's time to find out what it means to you!…
Beyond the border – Yoko Ishii Yoko Ishii was born in Yamaguchi Japan, in 1962. She is currently based in Kanagawa, Japan. Yoko specializes in deer photography in the city of Nara, Japan. Due to a lack of tourists in the city…
The Lo-Fi music scene has exploded in the past couple of years, and we think he may just be about to do the same.…
Marta Vidal, a Barcelona based photographer presents a beautiful look at the everyday situations of Japan.…
Salva Lopez is a Barcelona based photographer that has shot for the likes of Monocle, Wall Street Journal, Kinfolk, and many more.…
Kenta Torii is a Japanese born artist whose work challenges and explores the relationship between traditional and contemporary Asian work. Kenta paints these exotic paintings so that ‘dreamers who want to make their dreams come true’ can do so. Check out this…
Sakai Takahiro shoots beautifully toned, heartwarming portraits highlighting the colourful landscape of Japan.…
