Tokyo boasts Disneyland and the only DisneySea in the world. Both parks, although completely separate, are right next to each other on Tokyo Bay. A monorail and ring of hotels circle the parks. For updates regarding restrictions and requirements due to COVID19, please check the official Disney page or download the Tokyo Disney Resort App…
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In Autumn, Japan transforms into a magical show of colour as the trees turn from green to red and gold. The changing colours or koyo, make this an exquisite time of year to visit Japan. Come and join in the annual momijigari (red leaf hunting or leaf peeping). The kaleidoscope of colours are juxtaposed against…
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Tokyo Skytree is often listed as one of the go to sites in Tokyo so what’s it all about and should it be on your to do list in Tokyo? Tokyo Skytree was completed in 2008 and at 634m tall, it boasts an amazing city scape of Tokyo. From the viewing platforms, Tembo Deck and…
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We love travelling to Japan! If, like us, you have had to cancel your Japan travel plans, you can still have a mini Japan holiday at home. Check out what we have been doing to recreate some Japanese experiences at home. Ok perhaps we are struggling to accept that we are not going to Japan…
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Sakura or Cherry blossoms have a short glorious season of two weeks in the Japanese spring. Hanami (cherry blossom viewing) is an age old custom in Japan, a celebration of Spring and recognition that life can be fleeting like the cherry blossom. Cherry blossom viewing in Japan is a magical experience with rows of trees…
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Ninja and Samurai are synonymous with Japanese culture. So, while in Japan, take the opportunity to learn the moves of a Samurai! These experiences can be found throughout Japan. We choose Samurai Experience in Osaka, we have been here twice and loved it both times! First we dressed up either as Samurai or Ninja and…
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Snow Monkeys or Japanese Macaques, are known worldwide for soaking in the hot springs of Nagano in winter. The monkeys are wild and come down from the surrounding mountains to play and chill out… or warm up!… in their own Onsen. The Monkey Onsen (or hot spring) is man made. The monkeys started to visit…
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Hidden in the hills of Japan, is a magical onsen town where wooden multi-story ryokans are camped right on the banks of the river. The cobblestone streets, gaslights and red bridges that criss-cross the river add to the romance and nostalgia of this charming town. Ginzan Onsen was founded in the 1400’s. The town took…
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Universal Studios Japan or USJ, as it’s known locally, is located in Osaka. It is smaller than the Disney parks but just as popular, and for any Harry Potter fan it’s a must! USJ is split into sections or worlds (check out the map here): Hollywood, New York, San Francisco, Minion Park, Jurassic Park, Waterworld,…
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Have you ever wished you could design your own flavour of Cup Noodles? At the Cup Noodle museum your dreams can come true! Even if this has never been your dream, a visit to the birthplace of Cup Noodles is a must while in Japan and the kids will love it! There are two Cup…
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