Traveling in northern Japan? Here are just five of the many great ways to spend your time in Minamiaizu!In past articles, the Japankuru team has gone over Minamiaizu’s delicious food and drinks, and some of the best ways ...
Is your everyday commute getting a little boring? You might want to move to Japan for a chance to use these adorable transportation hubs instead.Japanese train stations are known for their quirks―from the maze-like hubs of ...
In the Aizu area of northern Japanese prefecture Fukushima, the Fukushima Expo Fukuhaku 2020 in Aizu took place over the course of a month this fall, from Oct. 31 to Nov. 20. The expo explored ...
San’in is a place where the gods of Japan gather, the footprints of history linger, yokai spirits make their homes, and true love is found. To experience the myths and legends of Japan, head to ...
It’s the year of the ox, and hopefully, a year of healing―perfect for the traditional red akabeko. If you’ve ever spent any time in Fukushima, particularly the Aizu area, you’ve probably laid eyes on one of these ...
Fishcakes fried and grilled―this is what you should try next time you visit Sendai. Trying Sendai Kamaboko Kamaboko (蒲鉾) are Japanese fish cakes, and they’re found all over the country, often gracing bowls of ramen ...
Mochi, a tasty treat made with glutenous rice, comes in all shapes and sizes. But don’t expect sweet red beans or ice cream fillings with this central Japanese specialty! Goheimochi (五平餅) Love mochi? Goheimochi might be ...
New Year’s celebrations in Japan are totally different from the west, and food is a big part of it! Traditional New Years Celebration in Japan For many people in the West, holidays like Thanksgiving and ...
Pokemon fans are a varied bunch, and apparently, some even love Exeggutor enough to inspire an airline. Exeggutor, a pokemon shaped like a squat palm tree with three strange coconut heads, is not generally considered ...
In Fukushima, the fishing industry challenges everyone involved to stick to safety standards even higher than Japan requires. Find out why Joban-mono isn’t just tasty, it’s also well-tested for safety. Getting the Fishing Industry Back ...