前置き 京都の隣に位置する奈良県。 東大寺や奈良公園など、日本を代表する観光地が数多く存在する県ですが、実際に何度か足を運んでみると、有名な観光名所以外にも「もっと多くの人に知ってほしい」と感じる場所がたくさんありました。 今回紹介する場所...

I've traveled to Seoul twice so far, and both times I had my hair cut at the same salon. I've always enjoyed getting my hair cut whenever I visit a new place. So while planning my trip to Korea, I thought, "Since I'm already here, why no...

During my second trip to South Korea, I had the chance to visit a fortune teller that many people say is so accurate it's almost scary. To be honest, fortune telling has never been something I'm particularly interested in. So why did I d...

Myeongdong is one of Seoul's most famous tourist districts, offering everything from shopping and cosmetics to restaurants, cafés, and nightlife. Among all the attractions, there's one thing I highly recommend: The street food stalls. Ko...

Introduction If you're planning to visit Japan during the New Year's holiday, you may notice that the atmosphere feels very different from the rest of the year. Many travelers wonder: Is New Year a good time to visit Japan? Are shops and...

Introduction If you're planning to visit Japan in spring, you've probably dreamed of seeing the country's famous cherry blossoms. Every year, millions of people travel across Japan to enjoy the breathtaking beauty of sakura (cherry bloss...

Introduction If you're planning to visit Japan in autumn, you've probably heard that Kyoto is one of the best places in the country to see autumn leaves. Every year, millions of Japanese and international tourists visit Kyoto to enjoy th...

Introduction If you're planning a trip to Japan, you may be wondering: Should I bring cash? Can I pay by credit card everywhere? Is Japan still a cash-based society? How much cash should I carry? Japan has become much more cashless in re...

Introduction If you're visiting Japan for the first time, you may notice something surprising after buying a drink or snack. You finish eating… …and then realize there's nowhere to throw your trash away. Many tourists ask questions such ...

Introduction If you're visiting Japan for the first time, you may wonder whether it's safe to drink tap water. Many travelers ask questions such as: Is tap water safe in Japan? Should I buy bottled water instead? Can I drink water from h...