Due to its position in the Pacific Ocean, Japan has a somewhat unusual combination of landscapes, ranging from woodland, to tropical beaches, to snow capped mountains. But does it have a desert? The Geography Of Japan As with most things in Japan, the geography is a source of contradictions. In Japan, the fastest trains in …
Traveling to Japan is the goal of many jet-setters across the world, thanks to its unique culture. However, traveling to Japan is not always affordable, and is one of the most expensive trips to make. Those planning on taking flights to Japan will need to be sure that they are not paying too much! But …
If you’re considering moving to Japan, be it for work, travel, or to live, one of the main things you’ll probably be wondering about is how high the general living costs are. There are a lot of different things to consider: food, transport, housing, utilities, and entertainment being just a few. It can be challenging …
Let’s face it, we’ve all fantasised about moving to another country at one point. There is just something so romantic about the idea of moving to a completely new country and learning all about it. Yet, not everyone moves to a different country just because they fancy it. Other people have to move because of …
Have you ever wondered how big other countries are in comparison to the United States? In America, we tend to assume that we are the biggest country in the world, however, if you have been online enough, you will probably have heard that this is, in fact, not true. Most of us in America, tend …
It is true, there is a Statue of Liberty in Tokyo, which might have people wondering if the Japanese have borrowed it from New York. However, the history of the statue might surprise you, because it has a lot more to do with the French than the Americans. However, it is much smaller in size …
When you think of Japan, two pictures come to mind. In one, a Geisha dances to the sound of a plucked koto while a kimono-clad crowd rests on their knees sipping green tea thoughtfully. In another, timid schoolgirls in sailor uniforms pass intoxicated businessmen chanting Japanese pop into the karaoke machine to relieve their weekly …
You might think that this question is stupid and obvious so you just never bother to ask anybody what island Tokyo is on. Isn’t Japan the name of the island? If that is what you thought you would be wrong. The largest island belonging to Japan is in fact named Honshu and it is on …
Let’s say you live in Japan and you’re looking to move to Hawaii. One look on a map will show you that this is a long way to go. Traveling from anywhere in the western world to Japan can feel like a real journey, and you’re likely to be wondering how long it will take. …
As the capital of Japan, Tokyo is the country’s center of politics and public administration. However, it is also a buzzing city that is frequently the birthplace of many national and global trends in culture, food, and fashion. This is one of the reasons why many people are drawn to Tokyo. It has a number …
