Tips for travel to Japan
In Japan, visiting Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines is one of the most interesting and culturally rich activities you can do. Because of this, these places of worship are extremely popular with foreign tourists. But do you know the difference between a shrine and a temple? Do you know how to …
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If you only have 2 days in Kyoto, Japan, go see these 7 temples and shrines. Read on for their history, meaning, access, and temple and shrine etiquette. Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan, is known for its long history, rich culture and deep roots in religion and spirituality. It’s no …
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While Kyoto is known for its world-heritage sites, thousands of Shinto shrines and Buddhist Temples, geisha, and traditional Japanese architecture...there's much less talk about the local cuisine and souvenirs of Kyoto. But no matter where you travel, you still gotta eat 3 meals a day! If you're …
Why are Japanese sunscreens so popular, and why are they better? It’s 2024, and everyone from Instagram influencers to TikTok Dermatologists talks about SUNSCREEN, SUNSCREEN, SUNSCREEN! You know how important sunscreen is for anti-aging. “But sunscreen feels so greasy!” You complain. “And it …
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Tank tops, tattoos, visas, temple and shrine etiquette, packing for each season and more! Whenever my friends visit me in Japan, I always get a lot of questions, such as: can I wear tank tops in Japan? Is it okay to wear sleeveless shirts and flip-flops in temples and shrines? Is the Japan Rail …
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So you want to know where to buy clothes, and what brands to buy while you’re in Tokyo. With the yen at an all-time low (at the time of writing), what better time than now? Today we’ll go over 3 outlets accessible from Tokyo, 6 spotlight Japanese clothing brands, and 5 best areas in Tokyo for …
