Why Trash Rules in Japan Can Be Confusing If you are traveling in Japan, one of the first surprises is that trash bins are very hard to find. Even in big cities, you won’t see many on the streets. This is partly because local governments want to keep public spaces clean and prevent littering. Another […]
Just a 15-minute drive from Hitachi Seaside Park—famous for its baby blue nemophila and fluffy red kochia—you’ll find a quiet and often overlooked town: Tokai Village. Tokai Village may not be a well-known tourist spot, but it has hidden places and local experiences worth exploring beyond food. If you’re curious, check out our guide to
Welcome to the World of Japanese Onsen Hello to all of you planning your 109th trip to Japan! If you’re venturing beyond Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka, chances are you’ll encounter one of Japan’s best-kept secrets—rural hot spring towns where the steam rises gently into the mountains and time seems to slow down. But before you
