Different names are used across the world when talking about tropical cyclones. In the North Atlantic region, we call them hurricanes. In Asia, the term used is typhoon.
The ever-popular blossoming of cherry flowers, Sakura, is a national event in Japan. However, the transience of flowers and unpredictability of the nature make forecasting difficult.
Your trip to Japan is coming up and you want to be sure you do not forget anything? Here is a checklist of the 10 essential things to prepare before the big departure!
Since we are still not able to travel to Japan this year, why not make travel those who dreamed of discovering Japan by giving them Christmas gifts from the Land of the Rising Sun?
You don't choose the day to fall ill or get injured... Here are some tips in case you have to deal with the Japanese medical services during your trip!
Japan aficionados, those impatient before their first trip to Japan, or those nostalgic for their stay will be delighted to be able to find a bit of Japan in Bordeaux.
Tsuguharu Foujita, born in Tokyo in 1886, is a unique Japanese artist. This renowned painter of the School of Paris with abundant works spent more than half of his life in France.
Rare or exceptional works of art, everyday objects, tea house or Japanese-inspired garden: Japan is magnificently represented at the National Museum of Asian Arts-Guimet.
Two new generation banks have created ideal credit cards for visitors. Revolut and N26 payment cards are an alternative way to pay directly in yen during your visit.
Here are some cultural tips to savor before flying to Japan. And there's something for everyone: movie buffs, comic book lovers, or fans of essays, it's up to you to choose from this list!
The generally temperate climate of the country can vary depending on the region. In winter, it can be -5° in Sapporo (Hokkaido) to 15° in Naha (Okinawa)!
Food allergies aregenerally taken very seriously in Japan, and due to the high quality of servicerestaurant owners will usually do their best to meet your requests.
Worst case scenario: you fall ill, or suffer an injury which can't be healed with the simple travel medical kit you've packed. If that happens, you'll need to try and seek treatment in Japan.
Communication, transportation, and entertainment in Japan can sometimes be complicated. Fortunately, these days, there are many ways to simplify your trip.
Finding a job in Japan: How to get employment in Japan as a teacher in a private school or university, in the IT or banking industry or in other jobs in Japan.
Important Telephone Numbers in Japan: see a listing of tourist information, emergency, immigration, airports, lost credit cards and embassy telephone numbers.
International dialing codes from Japan - view a complete A-Z listing of international dialing codes from Japan to other countries from Albania to Zimbabwe.