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Snow festivals are the most popular and most loved events in many super cold regions in Japan. The Tokamachi Snow Festival is one of these events.

Niigata Prefecture is famous for incredible natural spots such as mountains and rice fields. Being blessed with natural sceneries, Niigata is also a motherland to many beautiful bird species.

What does it mean when the sakura (cherry blossoms) are at their “peak” bloom, and how is that determined? In Japan, seeing cherry blossoms is a hobby and a way of life.

Tochigi Prefecture is home to fantastic world heritage sites, products, and history. The capital city of Nikko is particularly famous for preserving Edo-era architecture and temples.

You already know that rice is a mainstay of the Japanese diet. Not only do Japanese people have steamed plain rice at meals almost every day, but if you can go to grocery stores in Japan, you can find many rice crackers.

Hegisoba is a noodle dish specialty from Niigata. It has a unique presentation and a special ingredient that provides a unique texture when you bite it. Let’s look closer at the culinary history behind this fantastic dish, and why is it important.

Sakura has become a cultural symbol associated with many traditional Japanese activities in spring, including the custom of hanami (flower viewing). Most types of cherry blossoms have their unique beauty and different flowering times.

Despite being the country’s capital, Tokyo is not typically considered the center of Japanese culture. Tourists rarely prefer a tea ceremony in this contemporary, multicultural city over shopping or a trip to the newest attraction.

When it comes to Japanese traditions around this time of year, most people think of osechi and kagami mochi. Did you also know that the Japanese eat soba on New Year’s Eve? Let’s take a look at this delicious tradition!

If you are looking for a getaway land to enjoy all the best typical attractions of Japan, Nikko’s ancient cultural sites, natural landscapes, and hot springs, are perfect for you!

Because of Yokohama’s history as an international port city, this bayside jewel has much to offer to locals and tourists in terms of entertainment, events, and food.