4/21/2026 · 9 min read · tips
A self-study roadmap for Japanese from zero to N1 in 24 months: 6 months/level, Minna/Shinkanzen textbooks, Anki + Bunpro apps, a 3h/day study schedule, and costs under 5 million VND.
4/20/2026 · 6 min read · events
A complete guide to the Akita Kanto Festival 2026, one of Tohoku's Three Great Festivals, held annually from August 3-6 in Akita City, Akita Prefecture. Detailed explanations of the exquisite skill of balancing approximately 230 giant Kanto poles on the forehead, waist, and shoulders, viewing spots, paid seating, and access.
4/20/2026 · 30 min read · スキー
A comprehensive comparison of two of Japan's leading ski resorts, Shiga Kogen and Zao Onsen Ski Resort. Covering snow monsters, snow quality, night skiing, access, prices, and more, this guide provides everything you need for planning your trip, along with tips for avoiding common travel mistakes.
4/17/2026 · 9 min read · itineraries
Go deeper than tourist Kyoto. Seven days of temples, private tea ceremonies, calligraphy workshops, Nara deer, Ise Grand Shrine, and kaiseki dinners. The introvert's Japan itinerary.
4/16/2026 · 5 min read · events
Your complete guide to the Aomori Nebuta Festival 2026, one of the Tohoku Sandai Matsuri (Three Great Festivals of Tohoku), held annually from August 2-7 in Aomori City, Aomori Prefecture. This guide covers everything from the giant Nebuta floats and how to join as a Haneto dancer, to viewing spots, reserved seating, and access.
4/16/2026 · 10 min read · tips
A 2026 guide to part-time jobs in Japan for Vietnamese international students: the 28-hour/week rule, pay at konbini/izakaya/supermarkets, Baitoru/Townwork/Hello Work apps, and Japanese interview tips.
4/13/2026 · 12 min read · destinations
First-time onsen visitors, relax! This 2026 updated guide thoroughly explains Japanese onsen etiquette. From pre-bath washing and towel handling to tattoo considerations and specific information on popular onsen towns nationwide, we clearly introduce key points to deeply enjoy Japan's rich onsen culture.
4/13/2026 · 16 min read · 節約
20 souvenirs worth buying at Don Quijote, from Lululun masks and Japan-only KitKats to Hibiki whisky, plus tax-free rules, key stores and shopping tips.
4/13/2026 · 13 min read · tips
Top 5 Okinawa beaches for 2026: Emerald Beach, Kondoi, Nishibama, Manza, and Furuzamami. Complete guide covering transit, swimming seasons, and travel costs.
4/13/2026 · 18 min read · itineraries
A first-timer's week in Japan: three days in Tokyo, two in Kyoto, a morning in Nara and two in Osaka, with hours, fares, costs and an honest JR Pass verdict.
4/13/2026 · 11 min read · tips
Japan in 7 days for under $1,400 in 2026: how to score cheap flights, find hostels from $40/night, eat well for under $10/meal, and decide whether JR Pass is worth it — full Tokyo–Osaka itinerary included.
4/13/2026 · 14 min read · culture
2026 Latest Information! A comprehensive guide to must-visit anime and manga shops, maid cafes, gachapon, retro game centers, and duty-free electronics stores in Akihabara, Tokyo. We introduce a fulfilling one-day itinerary packed with specific information to satisfy both beginners and veterans.
First-timers: Tokyo–Kyoto–Osaka Golden Route for 7 days. Been before? Try Hokkaido in winter or Okinawa in summer — totally different vibes.
Read more →Tokyo blooms ~5 days before Kyoto. Safest play: Tokyo in early April, then head south to Kyoto the second week for late bloomers at Arashiyama.
Read more →February for Sapporo Snow Festival + Abashiri drift ice. July for Furano lavender + Biei green fields. Skip May — still cold, low scenery payoff.
Read more →2 days is plenty (Dotonbori, USJ, Osaka Castle). Better yet, use Osaka as a base for Kyoto/Nara/Kobe daytrips — hotels ~30% cheaper than Kyoto.
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