Knowing the background of a place’s history and culture transforms the travel experience. Even the same destination feels different when its stories and meaning are understood. Ordinary sightseeing becomes a meaningful, unforgettable journey. Read More
The quality of your journey depends greatly on how deeply you understand the places you visit. Simply touring the main sights rarely reveals the rich history and culture behind them. Walking with a high-quality guide, however, brings each scene to life, giving it entirely new meaning. Thoughtful pl… Read More
Everyone enjoys traveling in their own way. Some are moved by World Heritage sites, others are captivated by the serenity of temples and shrines, while some are drawn to the depth of architecture and art. To truly embrace these unique travel styles, having a guide who understands the background of … Read More
Yayoi Ken, Ippudo, and Sushi Train have teamed up with All Nippon Airways (ANA) and the Travel Contents to offer a luxurious campaign prize: a return airfare from Sydney to Japan and other exciting travel experiences. To enter, simply visit one of the partici… Read More
When you visit Japan, you'll definitely want to try Japanese food and sake along with the culture. This journey embarks from western Japan, with Osaka, Kyoto, and Nagoya as key cities, and guiding travellers through renowned sake-producing regions. These aren't your average trains. With their di… Read More
Planning your next school holiday trip? It’s the perfect season for longer overseas travel—whether it’s with a multi-generational family or a group of family friends. Japan remains a top destination, but finding a spacious and comfortable hotel can be challenging, as many Japanese… Read More
Contents What Is Osaka JOINER? Tours Friendly Guides Reviews How to Book Location What Is Osaka JOINER? Osaka JOINER is a service offering tours that provide authentic local experiences, guided by friendly locals who introduce you to hidden gems. You can discover… Read More
In the centuries since its time as Japan’s ancient capital, Nara has continued thriving as a living museum of time-honoured Japanese culture, architecture, craftsmanship, and more. The pinnacle of this lies in its numerous World Heritage Sites, like Todaiji Temple, Kofuku… Read More
Japan has a wide range of hotel options, and the area and accommodation you choose can have a big impact on your travel experience. In this article, we’re taking a look at APARTMENT HOTEL MIMARU, which is an apartment hotel style chain boasting wide rooms equipped with kitchens suitable for … Read More
This campaign ended on July 31, 2024. Please see below for the User ID of each prize winner. Campaign Announcement We are pleased to announce that our campaign has successfully concluded as of July 31, 2024. We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who part… Read More
This campaign ended on July 31, 2024. Please see below for the User ID of each prize winner. Grand Prize 144027 2nd Prize 145335 148803 143793 148894 143465 … Read More
Kyoto, a hub of culture, history, and the capital for more than 1,000 years, is what many imagine when picturing Japan. Even today, the streets of Kyoto abound with cultural treasures, ancient traditions, and time-honoured craftsmanship passed down the generations. … Read More
Harmony is heavily valued in Japanese society, with the tendency to emphasise groups over individuals. This is said to have emerged from Japanese geography, history and culture. Being isolated from other countries, Japan has yet to experience major racial or cultural invasion, making the country ho… Read More
We all know that Japan is very capable of going beyond our expectations of converting something into more unique and extraordinary. The Robot Restaurant, vending machines, digital art museums and Pachinko... and train rides! While Japan is famously known for its efficient and extensive railway netw… Read More
Where are you now? Majority of the answers now would be 'home.' Since social distancing started, home is literally the only place we know. Your day passes in the same rooms; and it doesn’t matter whether you are eating, studying, working or hanging out with your family members or friends online, it… Read More
Universal Studios Japan® in Osaka has gone beyond over the top for its fifteenth anniversary. Unveiling not only new Wand Magic area sand a stunning night show at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter™,it has also created the world's largest Minion Park.Visitors to Wand Magic at the Wizarding Wor… Read More
Sarah was inspired by the fact that Kyoto is a city where one can come in contact with and experience Japanese culture on a daily basis. Kyoto is introduced as a historical and traditional setting in most researching it. However, Sarah found that Kyoto is also quite an innovative, modern destina… Read More
