Ride a cat-themed train In Wakayama, which is located in the Kansai region, there is a cat-themed train waiting to be boarded. Tama was a beloved cat that lived at the Kishi Station, the last stop on the Kishigawa train line. She was officially named stationmaster in 2007 by the president of the Wakayama Electric…
Japan has some of the best food in the world, including traditional Japanese foods like Sushi, Ramen, Tempura and Udon. You absolutely can’t miss out on these top foods to eat in Japan, and if you’re feeling inspired, I’ve included some easy recipes for you to try out at home too! Try these foods when…
Pokémon fans will know that the original Pokémon Red, Blue, Green and Yellow games are set in the Kanto region of the Pokémon world, while in the real world, the Kanto region refers to the eastern part of Japan’s main island, i.e. where Tokyo can be found. And now we have the exciting news that…
Only around 4% of the Japanese population have a BMI over 30. With one of the lowest obesity rates in the world, it can be a bit daunting to travel to Japan as a plus size tourist. But what is it really like? Being Plus-size in Japan Firstly, let me say this: Most Japanese people are…
Exploring the World of Yokai Folklore in Japan How many Yokai are there? There are countless different types! Japanese demons come in many forms, but there are some main groups that most belong to, including animal, ghost, object, and monster. Here are some of the most famous: The Shapeshifters, or ‘Obake’ Obake refer to a…
Japan is already known for the artistic and colourful manhole covers that adorn its streets, which came into fashion in the 1980’s and frequently feature each town’s native flora and scenery. But back in 2018, Pokémon fans got a special treat – Pokémon-themed manholes (known as Pokéfuta) were introduced all across Japan as part of…