Despite Kim Kardashian’s cultural appropriation scandal caused by her underwear line brand, Kimono is still an important aspect of Japanese Culture and part of the Japanese identity. But, who hasn’t dreamed of wearing a Kimono in Japan?There are many ways to experience traditional Japanese culture, and we are sure that many of those who have...Read More

The sun went down and the lights turned on. It’s time to experience the nightlife. When traveling to Japan, you often fill your days with daytime activities. However, when night falls, a whole new side of Japan comes to life. Everything transforms, creating a completely different atmosphere that you can experience and enjoy. You might...Read More

Are you planning a trip to Nagoya and staying at the Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel? Lucky you! Not only is the hotel itself a luxurious place to stay (check out our in-depth article about it), but it also boasts a prime location connected to Nagoya Station with many tourist attractions nearby. In this article, we...Read More

If you’re planning a trip to Nagoya, you’ll want to consider staying at the Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel. This luxurious hotel is located in the heart of the city, making it the perfect home base for exploring all that Nagoya has to offer. I, Elly, got to spend a night there, so let me share...Read More

Green spaces in big cities are highly treasured by locals and travelers alike. Check out these beautiful parks and gardens in Nagoya and its surroundings.Read More

If you want to dive into Japanese culture while doing some shopping you should check out the regular markets going on in Nagoya. If you want to experience an antique market, farmers market, handicraft market, or temple fair (Ennichi), Nagoya has them all. Wallets and bartering hats at the ready: check the list of markets...Read More

If you’re looking to experience Japan beyond the bustling cities, consider taking a side trip to Gero Onsen. Located just a 2-hour train ride from Nagoya, Gero Onsen is a charming onsen town nestled in the heart of the Japanese Alps. A Brief History of Gero Onsen Manhole cover with the white heron Gero Onsen...Read More

Let’s be honest here, cultural experiences and nature are nice, but shopping in Japan is one of the things many people really look forward to. You can buy so many things here you get nowhere else in the world! If you are one of these people this post is for you. Here we will introduce...Read More

Nagoya and Aichi Prefecture have Japan’s greatest concentration of automobile, fine ceramics, aerospace, and other high-tech industries. Many excellent companies that are also top-ranked globally are active in this region. Because of this, small and medium-sized companies with superior technical capabilities to provide broad-based support to those global giants are also located here.  The main industries...Read More

Are you a train enthusiast, or just looking for a fun family outing in Nagoya? Look no further than SCMaglev and Railway Park, a fascinating museum dedicated to Japan’s high-speed bullet trains and the future of railway technology. Top Attractions That Make a Visit to SCMaglev and Railway Park So Special Full-Scale Trains Exhibits Trains...Read More