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[Nagano/Hakuba] Compare it to Hokkaido! Ski resorts with great access and great value for money - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Hakuba Ski Village, Japan's winter ski mecca, is more accessible, cheaper, and safer than Hokkaido. It offers a wide variety of courses and hot spring facilities that can be enjoyed by beginners and advanced skiers alike. We'll also introduce the four most popular ski resorts and explain the charms of Hakuba in detail.
Azabu-Juban Summer Festival in Tokyo: August 23 - 24, 2025 - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Tokyo's Azabu-Juban Summer Festival will be held August 23 - 24 in 2025. The festival features food stalls and events, as well as stage performances and traditional festival drumming (ohayashi), making it one of Tokyo's most popular summer festivals.
[Nagano, Hakuba] Welcome to Hakuba Village in winter! An international paradise where skiers from all over the world gather - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
In this article, we'll compare Hakuba Valley's major ski resorts in detail and help you find the best spot that perfectly suits your level and preferences! We'll also thoroughly explain the appeal of Hakuba Valley, which is full of attractions that meet the diverse needs of skiers from beginners to advanced skiers!
At Kawasaki's Ningyo Kobo (Doll Studio), Hayashiya, you can enjoy fluffy shaved ice, available only during the summer, inside the store! - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Located a 15-minute walk from JR/Keikyu Kawasaki Station, Ningyo Kobo Hayashiya is a long-established shop that sells traditional Japanese dolls and was founded in 1923. We will introduce the charming fluffy shaved ice that is served in the shop only during the summer.
[Hyogo Prefecture Yabu City Prefecture] Enter the world of movies and dramas! 4 popular filming locations - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Yabu City in Hyogo Prefecture , home to beautiful nature and historical buildings, has been the location of many filming locations for movies and TV dramas. In this article, we'll introduce you to four locations where popular works were filmed! Why not take your own trip to visit the filming locations while imagining the world of the works?
How to get to the Gozaisho Ropeway, a spectacular view in Mie Prefecture - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
The Gozaisho Ropeway, one of the largest in Japan, offers beautiful scenery throughout the year. From the ropeway, you can enjoy views of Nagoya's cityscape, Ise Bay, and even Chubu Centrair International Airport and Ise on the opposite shore. Here's how to get to the Gozaisho Ropeway.
[4 Must-Try Activities in Osaka Classic and Deep Ways to Enjoy Even for First-Timers - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Osaka is famous for its gourmet food and tourist attractions, but there are also many unique experiences that can only be had here. This time, we'll introduce four carefully selected experiences: a thrilling Mario Kart race, a helicopter tour over Osaka where you can enjoy spectacular views, a ninja and samurai experience, and a Sakai City knife-making experience where you can experience the skills of a craftsman.
PHILOCOFFEA Omotesando Store: Coffee by a World Brewers Cup Champion - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Tetsu Kasuya, a World Brewers Cup Champion, is known for the innovative Ř:6 method" of coffee brewing. PHILOCOFFEA, the coffee shop brand he leads, recently opened its first location in Tokyo's Omotesando to the anticipation of coffee enthusiasts.
Discover an urban entertainment aquarium right in front of Kawasaki Station! - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
This indoor aquarium is located inside Kawasaki LeFront, a commercial facility next to Kawasaki Station. It recreates the world's most beautiful waterfronts, including those in Oceania, South America, and the Tama River that runs through Kawasaki City, and displays a wide variety of creatures. You can also interact with animals at the Petting Dog Park and Soraneko Cafe!
Tokyo Koto Fireworks Festival 2025 | A special water experience on a houseboat - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
If you want to enjoy the Koto Fireworks Festival without getting tired of the crowds, why not relax and enjoy the view from a cool, relaxing houseboat? Before you head out, take a sweet break at Eclat de Jour in Toyosu.
[Held until August 15th] Highlights of the Tanabata illuminations at Kifune Shrine - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Kifune Shrine is a shrine dedicated to the god of water and is dedicated to praying for rain. Tanabata is thought to have originated as a "water god festival" that originated from the ancient Chinese custom of worshiping rivers to pray for a good autumn harvest. During the festival, the bamboo decorations and shrine building are fantastically lit up, allowing you to enjoy the cool evening breeze.
[Saga] Takeo Onsen Station Departure: Yutoku Inari Shrine Light Festival Half-Day Bus Tour - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
This one-of-a-kind "nighttime tour of technology and art" combines the beauty of a Japanese garden with cutting-edge digital art and the majestic nighttime illumination of a shrine. We will guide you through the nature and fantasy of Mifuneyama Rakuen, and into the world of Inari worship at Yutoku Inari Shrine.
[Held in 2025] The charms of the illuminations and parade! "Uzumasa Festival Spirit" ~Schedule and Access~ - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Uzumasa Matsuridama is a special event held at Toei Kyoto Studio Park in Kyoto that combines a period drama with a summer festival. In this article, I'll introduce the evening festival I attended, its attractions, schedule, and access.
Enjoy a panoramic view of Lake Biwa ! Recommended ways to spend your time at Yumotokan , a two- Tomari , one-night stay - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Yumotokan Onsen Yumotokan, with a history of 1200 years, is a one-of-a-kind hot spring inn with views of Lake Biwa and Mount Hiei. Here, we'll introduce some recommended ways to enjoy your stay, even if it's just for one Tomari and two days, as well as Yumotokan's recommended hot springs.
[Kansai/ Wakayama] Beware of jellyfish during the Obon period? Tips for enjoying the sea in Wakayama in August - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Summer vacation! Don't you want to travel to Japan, swim in the beautiful ocean, and go see festivals and fireworks displays? However, there's an old Japanese saying that says, "Be careful if you go to the beach during this time of year."
Fukuoka Ramen Shop Feature Articles| Top 10 Recommendations - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Fukuoka is known nationwide as the home of tonkotsu ramen, a mecca for ramen where you can enjoy a wide variety of styles. In this article, we will introduce 10 of Fukuoka's most popular ramen restaurants, from long-established establishments to trending new establishments.
MOA MUSEUM OF ART of Art Architecture - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
After undergoing renovations that lasted approximately 11 months, the MOA MUSEUM OF ART reopened on February 5, 2017. The exhibition space was designed by the New Material Research Institute, which is headed by internationally renowned contemporary artist Hiroshi Sugimoto and architect Tomoyuki Sakakida.
[Shizuoka/ Izu] Limited time only! "Cooling Footbath" at `River Terrace Sugi no Yu` - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
"River Terrace Sugi no Yu" in Tokko no Yu Park will be transformed into a "cooling foot bath" for a limited time only during the summer! "Kawarayu" on the opposite bank will remain a foot bath, so please enjoy both.
[Setouchi Triennale Art Museum Link Tour] Kagawa Prefecture 4 Museum Course (Naoshima, Takamatsu, Marugame 3 days) - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
As part of the Setouchi Triennale 2025 wide-area collaboration project, eight art museums in Kagawa Prefecture, Okayama Prefecture, and Hyogo Prefecture will host an exhibition focusing on works by contemporary Japanese artists. This tour will take you to three art museums in Kagawa Prefecture and the Naoshima Art Museum.
[Kanazawa] A classic Japanese dish! 5 restaurants where you can enjoy delicious rice balls - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
In Japan, where rice is the staple food, there is a food called "onigiri," which is healthy and easy to make and eat even on busy mornings. We will introduce you to restaurants where you can enjoy "onigiri," a daily staple for the Japanese people.
How to Fully Enjoy Hokkaido in Summer: Travel Tips & Spots - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Hokkaido’s summer is all about clear skies, refreshing air, and low humidity — a perfect escape from the heat. Lavender fields in full bloom, mouthwatering seafood, and juicy seasonal fruits make it even more irresistible. In this post, we’re sharing some must-visit spots to make the most of your summer trip to Hokkaido.
A Showcase of Tokyo Festivals! Tokyo Wasshoi Begins September 12, 2025 on Gyoko-dori Avenue - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Tokyo Wasshoi takes place on Gyoko-dori Avenue, September 12-14, 2025! Traditional performing arts and festival performances from across Tokyo come together for this event. Experience Edo culture and enjoy Tokyo’s diverse festivals this fall.
[Number one in Japan for producing beckoning cats] Introducing the slippery charm of Tokoname City's local mascot, "Tokotan"! - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Tokoname City, located 30 minutes by train from Nagoya and close to Chubu Centrair International Airport, is a pottery town that produces the most maneki-neko (beckoning cats) in Japan and has recently been gaining attention as a tourist destination. ♪ Tokoname City has begun selling a "Suberanyai" charm featuring Tokotan, the maneki-neko (beckoning cat) local mascot. ♪
[Saga] A one-night fantasy experience featuring sake, shrine illuminations, and a fox wedding - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
We'll introduce you to a fulfilling one-day bus tour in Saga where you can experience making sake labels, wearing a kimono, lighting up a shrine, and watching a fox wedding procession. Enjoy a fantastic day immersed in special Japanese culture while interacting with the locals.
"Zekkei 3 Kyodai" by SMBC Nikko Securities: Complete Visitor's Guide - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
The Zekkei 3 Kyodai Attraction by SMBC Nikko Securities is an attraction in a popular spot in Fukuoka where you can enjoy thrills and spectacular views at the same time. We will explain the details of the attraction and precautions for use in detail.