Author: Spirits of Japan
Coming of age day
So today the trains will be filled with young people wearing their kimonos and celebrating their 20th year of life. It is coming of age…
Train Manners
So when riding on a train in Japan, there are a few manners you need to keep in mind. You will notice that, especially early…
Vending Machines
Japanese vending machines are amazing. You can get almost anything from them, of course your regular juices and your drinks but here in Japan we…
Before booking
Before you book that flight or purchase those airline tickets, when you start to plan a vacation or trip through whatever travel agency to whatever…
Otoshidama
So it’s really fun in Japan that every year we get these cute little tiny envelopes and put either ¥500 coin or ¥1000 bill inside…
Japans Castles
Out of the 269 former Castles in Japan, about 100 foundations remain, but only 12 are still original, historically remaining. Come with me and let’s…
Sayonara 2018 Yokoso 2019
So 2018 has come to an end. Spirits of Japan celebrated its first year anniversary, we took over 650 customers on tours and drank a…