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Culture | Food & Drink | Tips

Enjoy Strawberry Picking in Japan! A Complete Guide for Beginners

24/02/2025 by Tabimania JAPAN

One of the most popular activities from winter to spring in Japan is “strawberry picking (Ichigo Gari, いちご狩り).” Picking and eating fresh, sweet strawberries is a fun experience, especially for tourists. This guide provides first-time visitors with essential information on … Read More

Japan Trip | Kanto | Saitama | Season | Winter

Saitama Chichibu’s Three Great Icicles – A Stunning Winter Spectacle

22/01/2025 by Tabimania JAPAN

The Chichibu region of Saitama Prefecture in Japan is home to a trio of magnificent natural ice formations collectively known as the Chichibu Three Great Icicles. These incredible sites, each unique in its beauty, attract thousands of visitors during the … Read More

Architecture | Culture | Gifu | Japan Trip | Season | Tokai | Winter

Winter in Shirakawa-go: A Snow-Covered Hidden Gem of Japan

10/01/2025 by Tabimania JAPAN

Overview of Shirakawa-go Shirakawa-go is a picturesque village located in the mountainous region of northern Gifu Prefecture. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995, it is renowned for its traditional Gassho-zukuri farmhouses. These steeply pitched thatched roofs are … Read More

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Tips for Avoiding Crowds While Traveling in Japan

09/01/2025 by Tabimania JAPAN

Japan is renowned for its beautiful scenery and rich culture, attracting many tourists. However, the crowds at popular tourist destinations can sometimes be a source of stress. Here are some useful tips to help alleviate the congestion. 1. Introduction to … Read More

Culture | New Year | Season

“Kagami Mochi: The Art and Tradition Behind Japan’s New Year Charm”

01/01/2025 by Tabimania JAPAN

What is Kagami Mochi (鏡餅)? During the New Year season, you may have seen this unique decoration in Japanese stores and restaurants. Kagami Mochi (literally “mirror rice cake”) is a traditional Japanese New Year decoration deeply rooted in Shinto practices … Read More

Culture | Season | Winter

Happy new year in Japan = Hatsumode to shrine or temple

16/12/2023 by Tabimania JAPAN

New Year’s visit to a shrine, known as “Hatsumode (初詣)”, is a time-honored tradition deeply rooted in Japanese culture. Have you ever wondered about the meaning and origins behind this practice? Meaning of Hatsumode: Hatsumode refers to the tradition of … Read More

Japan Trip | Koshinetsu | Niigata | Season | Winter

Snowy Splendor and Historic Charm: Takada Castle and its Enchanting Park in Joetsu City, Niigata

30/11/2023 by Tabimania JAPAN

Niigata Prefecture’s Joetsu City (上越市), renowned for its heavy snowfall, is a snowy wonderland. In the historically rich castle town of Takada, snow falls gently, covering the surroundings in a pristine white layer. Takada Park (高田公園) is a meticulously landscaped … Read More

Japan Trip | Tohoku | Winter | Yamagata

Art created by nature! “Ice Monster” Zao’s ice rime is amazing!

06/05/2020 by Tabimania JAPAN

Speaking of ice rime, Zao in Yamagata is famous. This time, we would like to introduce the ice rime called “Ice Monster“.See the monster-class ice rime that suddenly appears in the pure white world. About ice rime Ice rime is … Read More

Animal | Japan Trip | Koshinetsu | Nagano | Winter

Only in the world? Monkeys taking a hot spring!!

25/04/2020 by Tabimania JAPAN

Do you know the monkeys in “Jigokudani Yaen-Koen (地獄谷野猿公苑)” in Nagano? This monkey is famous for being the only one in the world to take a hot spring.They are called “Snow monkey“. What is Jigokudani Yaen-Koen? Jigokudani Yaen-Koen is located … Read More

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