A first-time traveler to Nara might assume that the best, if not the only, place to visit is Nara City.
Read MoreBold, silky, and full of flavor it is no mystery why Hakata ramen is among the top three most popular
Read MoreOkonomiyaki. Handily this dish is of the most instantly recognized soul foods of Osaka. During lunch, it is not uncommon
Read MoreOf all of the events in Osaka’s long history the Siege of Osaka not only had lasting ramifications for Osaka,
Read MoreMount Koya (or more often “Koyasan) is one of the most important religious sites in Japan. While there are many
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Read Moreward Any discussion of the history of Osaka is not complete without mentioning Toyotomi Hideyoshi. He shaped the borders of
Read MoreNagoya has a big reputation for food. Like Osaka, Nagoya is well-known for its own distinct homegrown flavors and iconic
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