Tips for travel to Japan
Hidden away in the mountains neighboring Tokyo, Hakone is a quintessential getaway spot for anyone seeking a slice of Japan’s natural beauty and relaxing hot springs (onsen). Just an hour and a half from Tokyo by train, Hakone offers a perfect blend of relaxing experiences and exciting …
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Tired of Innisfree and Missha? Dive into the new age of J-beauty with the best Japanese makeup products of today! Whether you're looking for long-lasting wear, natural-looking results, or a bold dash of color, Japanese beauty products have it all. If you’re still only looking at Korean …
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Not just Hada Labo, DHC, or SK-II— check out the best 11 Japanese toners, moisturizers and cleaners and serums to prepare to glow from within in 2025! If you've ever stepped foot in Japan and envied the dewy, youthful skin of Japanese beauties on the street, today you may learn their secret; …
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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 …
