When traveling in Japan, many visitors are surprised to discover that tipping is not a common custom. However, like many aspects of Japanese culture, there are nuances to this practice. In this post, we’ll explore the etiquette surrounding tipping in … Read More
Cherry Blossom in Nagano Japan
It is a big part of Japanese culture , which is cherry blossom, or sakura as it’s known in Japan. People come gather together to celebrate the blooming of the flowers, by visiting parks or fields and throwing big picnics called Hanami. People eat food and drink sake, beer with joy under the cherry blossom trees. Sakura is the Japanese name for cherry blossom.Cherry blossoms bloom once a year, and the most popular variety of tree is called the Somei Yoshino, which’s color is pale pink flowers.
So, because it blooms once in a year and it lasts only one week to enjoy flowers, it is very important to get information from forecast to see full bloom when the month become around March. That is why Japanese appreciate and enjoy the moment of Hanami. We have a fun and get drunk for this beautiful Sakura.
These Places are one of the best spots to see beautiful Cherry blossom in Nagano
Matsumoto Castle
Nagano city and Joyama park
Ueda Johseki Park(Ueda Castle Ruines)
Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza
Garyu Park in Suzaka city
Takato Joshi Park
SUZAKA Garyu Park
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A combined trip to Nagano and Kanazawa
Combining Kanazawa and Nagano for a tourism trip is an excellent idea! Both cities offer unique cultural experiences, historic landmarks, and stunning nature, and they are conveniently connected by the Hokuriku Shinkansen, making travel between them easy. Here’s a suggested … Read More
How to get Matsumoto from Tokyo
To get from Tokyo to Matsumoto, you have a few convenient options depending on your priorities in terms of speed, comfort, and budget. 1. Limited Express Train (“Azusa”) Type: The JR Limited Express Azusa runs directly from Shinjuku Station in … Read More
How to get to Nagano from Tokyo
To get from Tokyo to Nagano, you have several options depending on your preferences for speed and budget: 1. Shinkansen (Bullet Train) Type: The Hokuriku Shinkansen runs between Tokyo and Nagano. Duration: About 1.5 hours. Cost: Approximately ¥8,000-¥9,000 one way. … Read More
Gyoza ‘餃子’ dumplings
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Izakaya (居酒屋)
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Basashi (Raw horse meat)
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Soba noodles
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Various Types of Ramen
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How do we use DARUMA “達磨” ??
A Happy New Year 2024 The Daruma doll tradition involves making a wish or setting a specific goal when you acquire the doll. Here are the general steps associated with making a Daruma wish: Acquire a Daruma Doll: Obtain a … Read More