For quite a while, Osaka was not only the capital of Japan from a cultural standpoint, but it was also considered to be the commercial center of Japan. In fact, it wasn’t until the 1920s that Osaka began to relinquish this title, giving it up to Tokyo after World War II. With more than 2.5 million residents, Osaka is the third-largest city in Japan (behind Tokyo and Yokohama). In fact, if you take into consideration the outside areas of the city, this population rises to 10.5 million people

Taking a sightseeing tour of Kyoto will be one of the most amazing times of your life. You’ll see things very few other people in the United States have seen, try foods you’ve probably only heard of and more. The only thing that can make this trip even more fun is bringing along your children.

Imagine your children as they enjoy the cherry blossoms

According to the Japan Federation of Hire-Taxi Association, only 5 electric vehicles have been estimated to be used as taxicabs nationwide as of December 31. Realizing the demand and need for a cleaner environment, more and more Japanese taxi companies are willing invest in electric vehicles. Nobuo Ide, one of the federation’s top executives stated, ‘‘We are encouraging the taxi industry to introduce low-pollution vehicle. Since our customers who experienced a ride in an EV have

You’ve spent all this time saving for a trip to Japan and realize that even though you’re ready to take this magical vacation, money might be a little tight once you get to the Land of the Rising Sun. Still, you shouldn’t cancel your Japan vacation quite yet since there are plenty

Orange-brown leaves, beautiful climate and a hint of coolness in the air can mean only one thing – Fall is upon us! And with the Fall season comes a great opportunity to take a tour to Japan to see some of the most beautiful places in and around Japan in a whole new light with Fall colors. Here are some of the most beautiful places to visit in and around Tokyo this coming Fall:

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On April 15, 1983, Tokyo became the first location outside of the United States to open a Disney park. Dubbed Tokyo Disneyland, this 115 acre theme park was built by in the same style as Disneyland in California and the Magic Kingdom in Florida and has delighted millions from around the world who have made the trip to Tokyo to see Mickey, Minnie and all the others on

Just as with any other country in the world, a Japan tour offers a plethora of great adventures and memories for anyone taking part in the adventure. There’s something magical about visiting Japan however, which makes it a particularly appealing destination for anyone taking the journey

The rich culture and history, the pagodas, temples, statues, mountains and more are all great reasons to take a sightseeing tour of Japan. In fact, millions of people have made their way to the Far East to experience some of the rich culture that Japan tours offer. From the delightful delicacies that

Most people probably don’t recognize the name of Kotoku-in, however most people will recognize the large statue that resides outside of this temple. Located in the beautiful city of Kamakura just 31 miles outside of Tokyo, a large bronze statue of Buddha has long brought people on a Japan trip to this city of just more than 174,000 people to witness this giant statue in person. However, the statue,

Of all the places in the world to visit, few rival the experience you’ll enjoy when taking a sightseeing tour of Japan. Aside from the beautiful scenery you’ll take in, the overall experience and immersion into the culture will provide you with a lifetime of memories. Before you head out to the Land of the Rising Sun, here are some little-known facts to indulge in before