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Top Things to Do in Okachimachi: Best Tourist Spots, Local Tips, and Hidden Gems in Tokyo

Exploring Okachimachi: Top Recommended Tourist Spots According to Locals

Okachimachi, a lively neighborhood in Tokyo, is a treasure trove of shopping, dining, and cultural experiences. Nestled between Ueno and Akihabara, this area offers a unique blend of traditional charm and

Rui February 1, 2025

Japan Trip

Unexpected Journey to the Grand Homa Ritual at Mikuni Naritasan: A Fire Ceremony in Fukui

My Unexpected Journey to the Grand Homa Ritual at Mikuni Naritasan

How I Ended Up at a Fire Ceremony in Fukui

So, picture this: I’m in Fukui Prefecture, a place I’d only vaguely heard of before planning this trip. I

Rui January 30, 2025

Japan Trip

Hello Kitty Statue, Charms, and Fortune Slips at Kyoto’s Kichijoji Tenmangu Shrine: A Must-Visit Guide

Is There Still a Kitty Chan Statue, Charms, and Fortune Slips at Kyoto’s Kichijoji Tenmangu Shrine?

Let me tell you about my little adventure to Kyoto’s Kichijoji Tenmangu Shrine—it was one of those days where everything felt like a delightful

Rui January 29, 2025

Japan Trip

Can Anyone Attend the Kigensai Festival at Kashihara Shrine? A Complete Guide to Japan’s Cultural Gem

Can Anyone Attend the Kigensai Festival at Kashihara Shrine?

Let me tell you about my experience attending the Kigensai Festival at Kashihara Shrine—it was one of those days that felt like stepping into a history book, but with way more

Rui January 29, 2025