IJT Japan NewsI was going to leave a comment in response to Harry’s post about the autumn sumo events. But then I realised I had too much to say, so have turned it into a post instead Basically, I’m so happy to hear the sumo is going to Uji! This is because a) sumo is awesome and [...]
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Many people have the misconception that Japan is an expensive place – Wrong! Those who have spent time in Japan, know that the country is generally cheaper than the UK for many things and especially eating out. This blog has already seen comments made on Okonomiyaki which is one of my favourite foods in Japan [...]
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Sumo in Japan generally means one of two things; either timing your trip for one of the 6 major tournaments each year, or waking up at the crack of dawn to attend early morning sumo training at one of the sumo stables in Tokyo. However visitors to Japan this autumn have some extra opportunities to [...]
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Hi, back again. 4. Japan is not dependent on overseas tourism What makes Japan stand out from the rest of Asia and many other countries around the world is that the tourism industry is overwhelmingly domestic; Japan is not relient on dollars from overseas visitors. The great thing about this is that it means that [...]
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I seem to have a slight obsession about festivals in Japan – but that’s ok, because they are awesome. They have the best food, the best fireworks, the best random costumes, and the best atmosphere. They bring together families and communities, allow people to dress up in their best Yukata, and showcase the best and [...]
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On this day 64 years ago Hiroshima experienced the most horrific effects of war when the atomic bomb was dropped on the city by American forces during World War II. Every year on this day the Peace Bell is rung at 8:15am, the time when the bomb was dropped, and sirens are sounded all over [...]
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Hi, I’m back with part two, which confusingly starts with number 3 on the list… 3. SOOOOOO many places to eat and drink. For many people, wherever they go in the world, food and drink form a pretty important part of their holiday; they certainly do for me! Japan’s dense population means perhaps more restaurants [...]
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With the Ashes in full swing and England looking as though they are doing alright against the Australian tourists (please stay fit Freddie), it is really good to see the popularity of this great English sport on the rise. Who would have thought though that in a country renowned for the sport of sumo and [...]
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Hello everyone. Here is the final part of… The Big List of Stuff to Do for Free in Kyoto! Admittedly, I was hoping to have 15 items on this list. But alas, I only got as far as 13 (unlucky for some?) Sorry about that, but please enjoy the list and feel free to add [...]
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I know that Japan is great. Most of the bloggers and commentators on this site know that Japan is great. And I know from a succession of friends, relatives and friends-of-friends who have returned from a trip to Japan, THEY know it’s great! And whilst everyone has their own favourite destination, or favourite Kyoto temple, [...]
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