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Ultimate Guide to the Most Popular Sports in Japan By Team Japan Switch | February 14th, 2023  Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents As with any culture, sport in Japan play a major role in its society and the country’s entertainment industry. As such, it’s natural for visitors […]

Ultimate Guide to the Japanese Tea Ceremony By Team Japan Switch | January 25th, 2023  Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents The Japanese tea ceremony (茶道, chadō) has a long history, both within its home country, as well as abroad. Literally translating to “the way of the tea”

Ultimate Guide to Japanese Yoga By Hei-Kin Wong | December 16th, 2022  The first time you come to Japan, you might pass by a yoga studio in the street, and think okay, that looks like fun. One common mistake that many tourists and ex-pats make is expecting Japanese yoga to be the same as the

Ulitmate Guide to Japanese Skincare By  Ava McKee | November 29, 2022 By now, everyone has heard of the Korean skincare craze, definitely one of the hottest skincare trends to take over the international market. But in more recent years, this trend has started to be rivaled by an alternative trend, a little more to

Top 12 Things to Do in Aomori By Hei-Kin Wong | November 23rd, 2022  So you’re considering a visit to one of Japan’s northernmost cities, Aomori? Good choice. Located in the northern tip of the country’s Honshu Prefecture, Aomori draws thousands of tourists each year. From bustling nightlife to incredible architecture, the city of Aomori

Ultimate Guide to Podcasts in Japan By  Ava McKee | October 3, 2022 Do you want to improve your Japanese in your free time, expose yourself to new perspectives, broaden your knowledge, or simply know more about Japanese culture? Then you are in luck because there are numerous podcasts in Japan that can help you

Our Favorite Things to Do in Nara By  Ava McKee | September 20, 2022 A trip to Nara should be on everyone’s bucket list of places to visit in their lifetime! Its ability to provide you with an incredible trip and a look into Japan’s history is unmatched. Many Buddhist sculptures and temples were erected

Ultimate Guide to Annual Events in Tokyo By  Ava McKee | September 9, 2022 Are you looking for events in Tokyo,  but are tired of endlessly scrolling through website after website to find what works for you? Well look no further, because this is the ultimate guide to the annual events in Tokyo and where

Our Favorite Things to Do in Ueno By Shiho Motomiya | August 29th, 2022  Ueno is known for its variety of family-friendly activities and tons of tourist attractions you can visit such as visiting the zoo, going to the museums, and visiting shrines and temples. You can also enjoy various types of authentic Japanese foods