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Casual Mexican food in Akasaka! Goes great with beer - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
"THE BARRAGAN" is a casual Mexican restaurant located just a 2-minute walk from Akasaka Station. They also offer 8 types of Mexican beer, so you can enjoy a variety of flavors. Let's take a closer look at "THE BARRAGAN"!
Up to 90% off! Enjoy great deals and shopping at TOKYO OUTLET WEEK - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
TOKYO OUTLET WEEK 2025 will be held in Gotanda, Tokyo. It is one of the largest outlet events in Japan, and is not affected by the weather, so you can purchase clothes for the next season at a great price. In this article, we will introduce the attractions of this event and how to get there.
" LOGIN Kurashiki " - a complex facility located in the back alleys of Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
LOGIN Kurashiki is located in an alley in Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter . It is home to a variety of facilities, including standing bars, sweets, craft shops, accommodation, and a tour desk. A Japanese sweets shop is scheduled to open in April 2025. We will introduce the charms of this complex, which will lead to discovering the charms of Kurashiki and the surrounding area!
Kojima Jeans Street: A great place for families to visit - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Kojima Jeans Street in Kojima , Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture Prefecture, is famous as the mecca for domestically produced jeans. It is a popular shopping spot visited by jeans fans from all over Japan, but it is actually not just that. This time, we visited a spot that can be enjoyed with elementary and junior high school students.
[Shizuoka] A new era of Mount Fuji climbing?! Create special memories with a "Mount Fuji Sightseeing Flight" to see the view from above! - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Fuji Dream Airlines (FDA) operates special charter flights just for sightseeing at Mt. Fuji, offering a new kind of mountain climbing experience. No mountain climbing equipment is required, and you can enjoy the spectacular views from the comfort of your flight, so why not create some special memories in Japan?
[From Kyoto to Nara by Kintetsu!] How to get from Shinkansen/JR Kyoto Station to Kintetsu Kyoto Station - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
The Kintetsu Railway is a very convenient way to travel from Kyoto to Nara. For those who have arrived at Kyoto Station by Shinkansen or JR but don't know where Kyoto Kyoto Station is, we will introduce how to get there!
Okayama locals recommend these 7 restaurants where you can eat delicious pasta! - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
This time, we will introduce "restaurants where you can eat delicious pasta" recommended by people living in Okayama Okayama Prefecture . We will introduce a wide range of pasta restaurants, including specialty shops, Italian restaurants, and cafes, along with recommendations from local residents.
New sandals from SPINGLE, handmade shoes made in Japan, perfect for wearing at Japanese summer festivals! - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Enjoying the hot Japanese summer is a traditional event that takes place after dark, such as summer festivals and fireworks displays. We recommend these handmade leather sandals made in Japan that can be worn for everything from festivals to walking around town.
Now accepting reservations for the English guided tour of the Pottery Walks!! - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
We offer guided tours of the popular Tokoname sightseeing spot, the "Yakimono Sanpo-michi." By joining this tour, you can gain a deeper understanding of the history and background of the town as a pottery town!
If you want to enjoy a spectacular terrace view near Tokyo, head to The Veranda Ishiuchi Maruyama in Niigata - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
About 80 minutes by Shinkansen from Tokyo. The Veranda Ishiuchi Maruyama, the largest observation terrace in the area, will open in the summer of 2022 at the popular Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort in the Yuzawa area, which is famous for its snow resorts. You can enjoy Niigata's great outdoors not only in winter but also in summer.
Get a great deal on your Okinawa trip with an accommodation plan that includes airfare! Enjoy walking around Naha and the sea of Nago at the same time - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Okinawa Harborview Hotel in Naha City and Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa in Nago are offering a limited-time collaboration tour plan with airfare included. Why not enjoy Okinawa to your heart's content, with its many different ways to enjoy each area?
[For beginners] A complete guide to the differences between ICOCA, PiTaPa, and Suica - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
This article is a guide for foreign tourists visiting Japan and tourists traveling mainly in the Kansai region that clearly compares and explains the differences between the major transportation IC cards, "ICOCA," "PiTaPa," and "Suica."
20 Best Places to Visit in Osaka – A Complete Travel Guide - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Osaka, the third largest city in Japan, is a vibrant metropolis where history, culture and modernity intertwine. Known for its lively nightlife, delicious street food and historical landmarks, Osaka offers unique experiences to cater to every traveler's interest. Whether you're a history buff, foodie, shopping enthusiast or amusement park lover, Osaka has something special to offer. Here are 20 must-do experiences to make your trip to Osaka an unforgettable one.
Kotohiragu Shrine: 7 Must-Visit Shops and Dining Spots in Kagawa - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Kotohiragu Shrine in Kagawa Prefecture is a popular destination renowned as a spiritual hotspot. There are also many charming shops along the shrine's main approach path. This article, penned by a local MATCHA writer, will introduce seven highly recommended shops.
4 recommended natural spots in Matsusaka City , Mie Prefecture for those who want to refresh themselves - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Matsusaka City , located in the Chuo of Mie Prefecture , adjacent to Kyoto Prefecture and Nara Prefecture , has many natural spots where you can be sure to feel refreshed. This time, we will introduce some of them.
Tonkatsu: 4 Michelin-Guide Pork Cutlet Restaurants in Tokyo - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
The Japanese-style fried pork cutlet with light, crispy batter, juicy meat, and delicate texture is one of the must-try foods when visiting Japan. This article features four popular tonkatsu restaurants in Tokyo that can be booked through the reservation platform OMAKASE JapanEatinerary.
Nagoya Centrair Airport Hotels: Free Shuttle Service, Breakfast, and More - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Learn about the best hotels for early morning flights or late-night arrivals from Nagoya's Centrair (Chubu Centrair International Airport). Check out the unique features and highlights of each hotel, along with information on free shuttle buses to the airport and breakfast.
Have fun with dinosaurs all day long! A must-see for dinosaur lovers: "Katsuyama Dinosaur Mori" - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture , is known as the mecca of dinosaurs. If you are traveling to Katsuyama, we hope you will enjoy dinosaurs to the fullest. We would like to recommend "Katsuyama Dinosaur Mori," where you can interact with dinosaurs all day long. In this article, we will provide a detailed explanation of "Katsuyama Dinosaur Mori"!
A convenient taxi plan connecting the foot of Mount Fuji and the Lake Kawaguchiko area with the Shinkansen "JR Mishima Station" - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
We will introduce you to a taxi plan that goes directly to Mishima Station, which is convenient for accessing Western Japan, such as Osaka, Kyoto, and Hiroshima , from the foot of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko .
[After leaving the airport, head to Tokoname for lunch!] Tokoname Lunch Special - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
We've picked out restaurants with rave reviews for their lunch menus, ranging from French cuisine featuring ingredients from the Chita Peninsula, to freshly baked pizza in a wood-fired oven, seasonal sushi prepared by a skilled chef, and fragrant stone-ground soba noodles.
From Open-Air Bath Rooms to Family-Friendly Suites! Guest Room Guide to Ogoto Onsen Yumotokan - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Yumotokan, a 20-minute train ride from Kyoto, is a hot spring inn with a spectacular view of Lake Biwa. You can enjoy a special time with rooms with open-air baths that are popular with couples and families, and kaiseki cuisine made with seasonal ingredients. In this article, we will introduce the luxurious rooms at Yumotokan, which have just been completely renovated.
[Osaka] Directly connected to JR Namba Station! 3 recommended Japanese restaurants to enjoy at OCAT - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Enjoy exquisite Japanese cuisine at "OCAT" directly connected to JR Namba Station. We will introduce a carefully selected list of recommended Japanese restaurants that you can stop by during your trip, filled with the charms of Japanese cuisine, such as all-you-can-eat shabu-shabu, sushi made by skilled craftsmen, and famous Sanuki udon restaurants.
Experience the traditional beauty of kimono in Kyoto! A commemorative photo plan perfect for couples and families to remember your trip - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
For those who want to wear a kimono while sightseeing in Kyoto and take a special photo, we recommend Kyoto's photo studio "HAGOROMOYA." They offer a special service for foreign visitors to Japan, where you can take photos on location in Kyoto's beautiful scenery or in a studio with a historical Japanese background.
[Breaking News! Osaka Kansai Expo] Expo reviews from foreign visitors and travelers! - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
The Osaka-Kansai Expo has finally opened. We asked guests who stayed at Hotel Noum OSAKA and actually visited the expo about their impressions! Please take a look at the comments from the staff as well.
"Amenooto" is a popular ramen shop in Tochigi Prefecture, Sano Prefecture, that offers a different flavor to Sano ramen. - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
"UNITED NOODLE AMENOOTO" opened in Sano City Tochigi Prefecture in September 2016. It is a ramen shop with the concept of being as comfortable as the sound of rain, and is casual and easy for women to enter alone. Although it is located in Sano, you can enjoy a taste that is not typical of Sano ramen.
Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles baseball tickets are available at "Tickets in Japan" - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
The official website of the baseball team, "Tickets in Japan," sells tickets to games for the Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles (Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi) in Sendai. Why not take a trip to Tohoku to watch a baseball game?
10 Refined Cultural Experiences in Kanazawa - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Kanazawa, a historic city on the Sea of Japan, is renowned for its Edo-era charm and traditional crafts. Visitors can book 10 curated cultural experiences with artisans specializing in Kutani ware, kintsugi, Ohi ware, and Kaga Yuzen silk dyeing provided by Wabunka.
Takigi Noh: A special evening of traditional Japanese Noh and Kyogen at Kawasaki Daishi near Haneda Airport - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Takiginou is a type of performance where Noh and Kyogen plays are performed in a fantastical atmosphere around bonfires lit in the twilight. You can casually enjoy the formal performance of this traditional Japanese performing art at the outdoor stage of Kawasaki Daishi Temple, which is nationally famous for warding off evil spirits.
[Coupon available] Introducing popular sports bottles such as Hydro Flask! - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Alpen Tokyo, Alpen Fukuoka, and Alpen Nagoya have a wide selection of Hydro Flask and Stanley products! We also have the JAPAN edition series of Hydrascape stickers that you can customize to your liking. Be sure to buy some for yourself or as a souvenir.
Enjoy popular spots in Okayama Prefecture with the great value digital travel ticket [Okayama Hare Tabi Passport]! - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Introducing the "Okayama Hare Tabi Passport," a great way to enjoy Okayama Prefecture at a great price! Enjoy sightseeing, gourmet food, and shopping to your heart's content with this digital travel pass that lets you freely choose popular spots!
Ikebana and Bonsai: 10 Cultural Experiences for Nature Enthusiasts - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Discover the essence of Japanese culture via ten ikebana and bonsai experiences across Tokyo, Kyoto, Kamakura, Nagoya, and other destinations. From hands-on flower arrangements to touring Japan’s "Bonsai Holy Land," each destination offers an immersive window into Japan’s aesthetic heritage.
Haisai Festa! Enjoy Okinawan cuisine, dance and music in Kawasaki, close to Tokyo and Haneda Airport - Japan Travel Guide MATCHA
Haisai FESTA 2025, the largest Okinawa festival in the Tokyo Metropolitan area will be held from May 3rd (Sat) to May 6th (Tue, National Holiday) at La Cittadella, a commercial facility in front of Kawasaki Station, close to Tokyo and Haneda. This is your chance to experience Okinawan cuisine and culture without going to Okinawa!