If your image of Japan is crowded cities, packed trains, and endless concrete, just wait until you see Kochi! As Shikoku’s largest and least populated prefecture, its untouched mountainous expanse is engulfed by lush jungle and magnificent rivers of pure turquoise water. You’ve never seen Japan… Read More
Tokushima, located on the eastern corner of Shikoku, may well not be Japan’s most famous prefecture, but those who visit will agree it’s definitely one of the country’s most mystical. Home to it’s a land where low hanging, lazy clouds frame lush sky-high mountains, where the song of the local b… Read More
As the most populated prefecture of Shikoku, Ehime Prefecture is the ideal location to begin your journey! This vast coastal and mountainous prefecture boasts dozens of attractions, including the awe-inspiring Matsuyama Castle, the isolated villages of Ozu and Uchiko, and Japan’s oldest hot spr… Read More
Did you know that Japanese snacks are drawing a lot of attention from abroad? An increasing number of people are becoming interested in Japanese culture through anime and manga, which is leading them to favour unique Japanese flavours like matcha and soy sauce. Nowadays, souvenirs are not ju… Read More
Lovers of Japanese powder snow do not need to travel far from Tokyo. In fact, only two hours away from Japan’s capital metropolis lies mountainous Gunma Prefecture. Located north of Tokyo, Gunma is a mountainous province dominated by the majestic Mikuni mountain range. Because of this, it is fam… Read More
Salad is a staple in a healthy eating habit but there isn’t a lot of variations to it. To save you from getting bored of the same old salad, we’ve put together some recipes and. Tips in creating a Japanese salad! Using Japanese salad dressings and ingredients, you can create a Japanese style, healt… Read More
Thinking about an extended ski holiday in Hakuba Valley? We have a great deal for you. You can save with this deal and spend it on a nice accommodation or for after ski activities! So what is the deal? To mark the 5th anniversary of the All-Mountain Season Pass in Hakuba, to express their gratit… Read More
The Japanese Curry Rice Curry is a very popular food in Japan, often referred to as a national signature food. According to survey, curry is also one of the most popular menu items for lunches at Japanese primary and junior high school; it's a dish that people of all age groups love and enjoy. … Read More
The Australian summer is coming to an end with cooler nights and a growing apatite for something delicious and soupy. If we were in Japan, it'll be around the time when we pull out the table top stove to get 'Nabe season' started. Sydney's number 1 Japanese supermarket, Tokyo Mart shared with us th… Read More
We interviewed a Sake specialist in Sydney! We recently visited Tokyo Mart in Sydney's north, where you can satisfy all of your Japanese food and lifestyle needs! This time we got to speak to Mr. Iwamoto, an expert on Sake who spoke to us with much passion and knowledge. On the types… Read More
A peek into the craftsmanship found in the city of Asahikawa, Hokkaido. Hokkaido is well known for its abundance in nature, and in the context of tourism, it is most famous for its snow destinations and its delicious produce. But there is another layer to Hokkaido that Australians are yet to … Read More
Follow @puroland_global on Instagram for all things kawaii and Hello Kitty now, and get a kawaii present from the Sanrio booth at Matsuri Japan Festival this year (Dec 8)! On top of that, they are also giving away 10 passes to Sanrio Puroland to FIVE people that visit the booth. So you are going t… Read More
It's almost here! The annual Matsuri Japan Festival is back again this year on the 8th of December, at Tumbalong Park in Darling Harbour.This festival has become a summer staple for Sydney residents, 12 years since its in augural event, held in celebration of the 30th anniversary of Japan and Aus… Read More
Hop on the Samurai Train to Nikko and travel back to the age of the Samurai. The Samurai Train Project has launched an exciting tour that will have pariticpants immersing themselves in the world of the Samurais. The tour begins on the Samurai Train that is chartered exclusively for the tour. Ab… Read More
Tokyo Mart is one of Sydney’s very few purely Japanese supermarkets, located in the lovely suburb of Northbridge. The store offers everything from the basics and the essentials of Japanese cooking, to a fantastic selection of Sakes, Japanese sweets and snacks, as well as cute and useful day-to-day … Read More
Orion Beer: the mild, fresh tasting beer imported directly from Okinawa, Japan! The best way to experience Orion Beer is to match it with exquisite food – it’s praised in restaurants right here in Sydney too. Let’s take a look at what Osaka Bar likes to match with Orion Beer… … Read More
Orion Beer: the mild, fresh tasting beer imported directly from Okinawa, Japan! The best way to experience Orion Beer is to match it with exquisite food – it’s praised in restaurants right here in Sydney too. Let’s take a look at what YUKIS Restaurant likes to match with Orion Beer… … Read More
Pioneering powder resort with historic hot springs Nozawa Onsen has depth as a snow holiday destination in more ways than one. The first things that come to mind for skiers and snowboarders are its average 12-metre snowfall every year, and snow pack exceeding five metres in the highest sections … Read More
Once you’ve been, you’ll never get enough… Of all the reasons to visit Niseko on a snow holiday, the most important one is, has and always will be one thing: powder, and lots of it. The powder which comes with cold winds all the way from Russia is served fine, dry and in bulk from November to… Read More
Adventure, admire and appreciate: There’s an exquisite mixture of liveliness and calmness that fills the air of Okinawa; is it the subtropical atmosphere and climate? Is it the rich and vibrant marine life? Is it the mystical jungles or the historical World Heritage sites? Whatever it is, Jap… Read More
