Omikuji, the Japanese fortune papers

They are very popular amulets in Japan, they are small folded or rolled papers that open them to reveal the fortune in written form, we find them in practically all the temples and people usually buy...

Tokyo’s Ghibli Inspired Cat Café

Located in Kichijoi are two gorgeous Ghibli inspired Cat Cafés. We chilled out with some cute cats at their newest location Temari no Oshiro. Kichijoji is home to Temari no Oshiro and Temari no...

Convenience stores in Japan コンビニ

As a traveller visiting Japan; Konbini’s (convenience stores) are little beacons of hope. They offer free Wifi Always have available toilets (that are kept sparkling clean) Open 24/7 Sell an...

Geisha’s in Kyoto

How and where to go Geisha spotting in Kyoto plus more. Geisha’s (or sometimes known in Kyoto as Geiko) are highly trained women who devote their lives around this traditional form of hosting...

TeamLab Borderless Tokyo

TeamLab is a company that creates massive interactive digital art displays. We ventured through their Borderless exhibition in Odaiba, Tokyo! TeamLab Borderless is unlike any museum that...

What is the difference between a Sanctuary and a Temple?

Do you know what are the differences between a sanctuary and a temple? Most tourists who travel to Japan, are not able to distinguish them despite being one of the most important tourist attractions...