Japanese Travel

Check out this staff-created video of a Hakata Tonkotsu Ramen experience.

What are the World Heritage Sites in Japan?
How many are there?
Here is a comprehensive list in order of acceptance by UNESCO

Do you enjoy looking at art?
If you have time to kill in Tokyo, then a recommended spot is Ueno park and its museums.
Read more to find out about these!

What are some of the most popular fireworks festivals or 花火大会 (Hanabi Taikai) in Japan?
When are these festivals usually held?
What should I know before going?

Hakata Gion Yamakasa (博多祇園山笠) is Fukuoka’s most famous 祭り (matsuri) or festival.

If you are ever in Kyushu in July, please try to catch this exciting spectacle.

Did you know that there are different categories or classifications of medicine in Japan?
Check this blog to learn the differences between Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 medicines.

 Many people have been commenting on the fact that Japanese people are still wearing masks!
The government is actually trying to get people to stop wearing masks.

If you are planning to travel to Japan, please check these guidelines.

JOI Staff and teacher travelled to the Kawachi Wisteria Fujien Garden and these are the photographs taken on the day trip.

The JOI staff introduce travel destinations around Japan. This blog focuses on Sasebo City in Nagasaki Prefecture and particularly Huis Ten Bosch amusement park and Kujukushima.