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Experience Japan’s Summer Festivals with New Direct Flights from New York to Haneda‼
American Airlines has announced the launch of a new direct route between New York (JFK) and Haneda (HND), starting June 28. This exciting new route, approved by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), makes American Airlines the onl... -
Top 10:A tourist spot where you can feel the romance of the Meiji era Part.5
⑥Meiji Era Nara In Nara, a city rich in history and culture, the Meiji era marks a period of modernization that subtly blends with its ancient heritage. Although Nara is best known for its classical Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines fr... -
Top 10:A tourist spot where you can feel the romance of the Meiji era Part.4
⑤Exploring Kobe’s Meiji Kobe's Meiji Era tourist sites feature a unique blend of Western influence and traditional Japanese culture, reflecting the city's status as one of the first Japanese ports to open to foreign trade. Many of these ... -
Top 10:A tourist spot where you can feel the romance of the Meiji era Part.3
④YOKOHAMA IN KANAGAWA Red Brick Warehouse One of Yokohama's famous tourist attractions is the Red Brick Warehouse. Building No. 2 was built in 1911 and Building No. 1 in 1913 as a national bonded warehouse. The later No. 1 building was ... -
Top 10:A tourist spot where you can feel the romance of the Meiji era Part.2
This week, I've featured three places: Nagasaki, Hokkaido, and Yokohama. Enjoy a journey that feels like a time slip back to the Meiji era. During the Meiji era in Japan, which lasted from 1868 to 1912, the country underwent significan... -
Top 10:A tourist spot where you can feel the romance of the Meiji era Part.1
Starting April 2024, a new feature, "Ranking Japan Special," will launch. This month, we're focusing on the top 10 tourist destinations where you can experience Japan's Meiji era. Japan is home to numerous historical sites, but our focus... -
The History of Mount Fuji
The highest mountain in Japan, rising over 12,388 feet tall, is a sight to behold. Mount Fuji is one of Japan's "Three Holy Mountains," and holds a lot of cultural significance for Japan. Throughout Japan's history, Mount Fuji has contin... -
Omamori and its History
Are you a lucky person? Omamoris might bring you some of the luck that you're missing if not! Omamori are Japanese amulets that are sold in Shinto Shrines that are said to bring you luck and protection. Omamori are dedicated to specific ... -
The Longest History in the World: Imperial House of Japan
There are many countries in the world that have an imperial family Japan's Imperial Family began in 660 B.C. and has lasted for over 2600 years. This number is said to be the longest in the world among the royal families that continue today. -
Interesting Urban Legends in Japan
There are legends that exist all over the world, such as the Balmuda Triangle. They also exist in Japan, and some of them make us laugh. Here are three of the most interesting legends out there! It's up to you whether you believe them to be true or false!