When friends gather to break bread and enjoy each other’s company, there’s nothing like beginning with a simple toast.
Toshikoshi soba (year-crossing soba noodles) is a traditional food that many Japanese eat every year on December 31.
Growing up in the 70s and 80s, I had a lot of fun playing with traditional Japanese/Okinawan toys, including kites and spinning tops.
Ueno District is one of Tokyo’s busiest and has plenty of fun activities to fill an entire day. Here you’ll find Japan’s oldest zoo, more museums than you can visit in one day, a French-style modern park with a lake, Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples, and busy streets with food and merchandise vendors.
While Japan and Korea share many similarities, one of the significant differences is religious beliefs.
During your trip, don't miss out on Japan's amazing variety of sweets, from KitKat and Hi-Chew to unique chocolates and candies.
The Land of the Rising Sun is home to numerous Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples.
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