Travel
Japan eases blanket ban on new incoming flight bookings
todayonline.com - Dec 02
Japan has softened its suspension of all new incoming flight bookings to make it easier for citizens to return, the government said Thursday (Dec 2), a day after it announced the move prompted by worries about the Omicron coronavirus variant.
Inside Japan's Most Stunning Town | Exploring Omori
Flipside Japan - Dec 02
The town of Omori is one of the only towns in Japan to be listed as a UNESCO world heritage site.
Japanese Yakiniku Restaurant | All-You-Can-Eat BBQ | JAPAN FOOD GUIDE
with me JAPAN - Dec 02
I went to a yakiniku restaurant in Tokyo with my friends Lemi & Emi the other night!
Garuda Indonesia drops Japan-Bali flight over omicron
Nikkei - Dec 02
Garuda Indonesia, the country's flagship air carrier, has canceled planned flights connecting Tokyo and Bali due to concerns over the omicron COVID variant, dealing a further blow to the tourism-dependent island.
Shrine in Osaka starts accepting New Year's visits
NHK - Dec 02
A Shinto shrine in Osaka Prefecture, western Japan, has begun allowing visitors to mark the New Year a month early to prevent overcrowding amid the coronavirus pandemic.
The Colors And Traditions Of Fall In Kyoto
WAO RYU!ONLY in JAPAN - Dec 01
In a country renowned for its fall colours, Kyoto is singularly beautiful. Multiple light up events are hosted around the city to capture the many shades of red, yellow, and orange.
Leaving Japan? 6 Myths About International Travel Insurance
newsonjapan.com - Dec 01
Japan is one of the oldest civilizations and has always had a reputation for its perfect mix of western modernity, distinctive culture, and unique eastern traditions.
24 Hours in AKITA | 4 Things to do in Japan's CHICKEN Capital
Abroad in Japan - Nov 30
Akita is home to Japan's most luxurious chicken called Hinai Jidori. We go in search of the juiciest chicken, the cutest Akita dogs and the scariest monsters in Japan on our road trip across the region!
Japan latest to slam borders shut
globaltimes - Nov 29
Japan announced plans Monday to bar all new foreign travellers over the Omicron variant of COVID-19, joining a growing list of countries trying to erect virtual fortresses against the heavily mutated new strain.
Riding Japan's Private Luxury Compartment Train with Food Service | Osaka to Mie
Solo Solo Travel - Nov 29
I experienced the Kintetsu Shimakaze in its Japanese style private room. Book asap as this room is in high demand!
December 2021 Kabuki Preview (Kyoto Minami-za + Kabuki-za)
Kabuki In-Depth - Nov 28
Only two kabuki shows taking place this December, the important kaomise ("face-showing ceremony") at the Minami-za theatre in Kyoto, featuring Nizaemon XV, Ganjirō IV, Senjaku III, Kōshirō X and Ainosuke IV, and a regular show at the Kabuki-za in Tokyo, with Tamasaburō V, Ennosuke IV, Kikunosuke V, Shōroku IV, Shichinosuke II and Kankurō VI.
Under $2 Foods at a Japanese Izakaya Restaurant in Tokyo
Paolo fromTOKYO - Nov 28
Cheap Japanese Food for under $2 at Izakaya "drinking restaurant" in Tokyo. These foods are what Japanese people commonly order at Izakaya restaurants that many travelers may not know about.
Japan Situation Update and Early Christmas in Ginza
Rion Ishida - Nov 28
Japan is open for more visiter now, but how about the situation in the town? Walking in Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ginza, and Tokyo station showing and telling current situation in Japan. There are Christmas lights in the town too, Love the town's atmosphere.
Japan to tighten quarantine for African arrivals
NHK - Nov 27
Japan will tighten quarantine measures for people arriving from six African countries, after a new variant of the coronavirus was detected in South Africa.
Up to 8 people in a group allowed in Tokyo restaurants from December
ANNnewsCH - Nov 26
The number of people in a group at restaurants in Tokyo will be relaxed to 8 from next month.
Get Inspired by Japanese Art and Design to Explore More of Japan - JNTO
businesswire.com - Nov 26
Throughout its history, Japan has been the source of a diverse range of art and design forms. Classic woodblock prints such as Hokusai’s The Great Wave off Kanagawa are recognized all over the world.
