This is not something that foreign and international students like to think about, but they need to be well prepared. That is, “What if I get sick in Japan? The preparations for illness are a little different for foreigners staying in Japan as tourists and for foreigners or foreign students staying in Japan for more […]

Often times, foreigners and foreign students have problems during their stay in Japan. Language barriers, interacting with other foreigners, dealing with disasters when they occur, and so on. Of course, recently, the national and local governments have prepared various pamphlets for foreigners, which have become more convenient. However, I think there is a real desire […]

Where do you think of when you hear the word “tourist attractions in Kyoto”? Many people think of Kinkakuji Temple, Kiyomizu Temple, Nijo Castle, Kyoto Tower, and so on. Certainly, Kyoto has many historic temples, shrines, cultural buildings, and other tourist attractions. However, most of them are concentrated in Kyoto City, the center of Kyoto, […]

Fukuoka Prefecture is a sunny tropical prefecture located in the southwest of the Japanese archipelago. Fukuoka is famous for the “Hakata Dontaku” festival, in which people wear humorous masks with drooping eyes on their foreheads and dance. Mojiko Port is also attractive for its nostalgic buildings that retain the atmosphere of the Meiji Era, when […]

Nagoya is said to be the third largest city in Japan. I am sure there are many people who plan to visit Nagoya on vacation. Nagoya is famous for its unique and delicious local cuisine. What is unique about Nagoya’s local gourmet food? Some of you may think so. Anyway, they are hearty and a […]