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The Ultimate Guide to White Day in Japan By Japan Switch Team | September 21, 2021 Do you know what March 14th is in Japan? If you are familiar with Japanese pop culture, you may have heard of this special day.  March 14th is White Day in Japan!  You may have been familiarized with White […]

Ultimate Guide to Getting Married in Japan By The Japan Switch Team Japan has a rich history, with traditions, principles, and cultural traits that attract many individuals to the country. Getting married in Japan is like a dream come true. Perhaps you decided on Japan for your marriage, but you’re unsure of how the whole process

Ultimate Guide to Horse Racing in Japan By The Japan Switch Team As in many other countries all over the globe, Horse Racing in Japan happens to be a famous and exciting event all across the country. Although the Japanese races differ a bit from those we’re used to in the Western world, they also

Ultimate Guide to Valentine’s Day in Japan By The Japan Switch Team | September 8th, 2021 All around the world, Valentine’s Day has been and continues to be a special occasion to celebrate with your significant other, and create quality memories with that special someone in your life. Naturally, every country has its own unique

Ultimate Guide to Summer in Japan By Norie Matsumoto | September 14, 2021  The sound of loud semi bugs, chilled ramune drinks, and cold noodles. If you have yet to experience what summer is like in Japan, you will be surprised to find out that it may be very different from your country. From June

Ultimate Guide to Shrines and Temples in Tokyo By Nora W | August 30, 2021  Visiting shrines and temples in Japan can seem daunting because there are traditions, practices, and rules specific to Japanese culture and religion. Perhaps you’re interested in visiting a shrine, but don’t actually know the difference from a temple and are