Tag Archives: Japan

Maneki-neko Guide: Colors, Paws, and Their Significance

Discover the hidden meanings behind the colors and raised paws of Japan’s lucky cat, the Maneki-neko — and find out which one brings the luck you’re looking for!

Exploring Japanese Cemeteries: Stories, Traditions, and Spiritual Serenity 

When I first visited a Japanese cemetery, I was amazed by how peaceful and unique it seemed compared to cemeteries throughout the world. It radiates a unique harmony—a blend of nature, spirituality, and tradition. Towering wooden planks, known as sotoba, stood silently behind stone graves, their carved inscriptions seeming to whisper ancient secrets. I couldn’tContinueContinue reading “Exploring Japanese Cemeteries: Stories, Traditions, and Spiritual Serenity “

Thursday Travel : Ghibli Clock , Tokyo, Japan. Traveling tips.

This is one of Tokyo’s hidden gems. The massive Ghibli Clock is located in front of the Nittele Tower (the headquarters of Nippon Television). It was created by Hayao Miyazaki, the well-known director and co-founder of Japanese animation Studio Ghibli. The clock is massive: more than 20 tonnes of copper and steel, three stories tall,ContinueContinue reading “Thursday Travel : Ghibli Clock , Tokyo, Japan. Traveling tips.”

Exploring the Vibrant Korean Town in Tokyo: A Delightful Cultural Experience.

This is one of Tokyo’s hidden gems that we discovered on our trip to Japan. We had a great time exploring this part of the city, and I want to share my experience with you.  Korean Town is located in the vibrant Shin-Okubo area. This neighborhood offers cultural experiences, culinary delights, and exciting things toContinueContinue reading “Exploring the Vibrant Korean Town in Tokyo: A Delightful Cultural Experience.”

Positive Vibes, Coffee and Chats: A Fresh Start to the New Year. 

Small talk and a cup of coffee is the perfect way to start the year on a positive note.    I decided to create two new traditions: ending the year with a post on how to celebrate the New Year and starting the New Year with small talk.  Looking back in 2023, it was aContinueContinue reading “Positive Vibes, Coffee and Chats: A Fresh Start to the New Year. “

Best 5 Ice and Snow Festivals for 2023-2024 

Best 5 Ice and Snow Festivals for 2023-2024

Tuesday Travels: Hie Shrine, Tokyo, Japan

The Hie Shrine is one of the major shrines in Tokyo, Japan. It is located in Nagatachō, Chiyoda. The Hie Shrine is famed for giving blessings in love, business success, and prosperity. Also, this is the perfect spot for your photos. What is the best way to get to Hie Shrine? The simple way toContinueContinue reading “Tuesday Travels: Hie Shrine, Tokyo, Japan”

What you need to know before visiting Japan. 

Japan is one of my favorite countries. Beautiful, amazing, modern and very traditional. Traveling across the country is simple if you plan ahead of time. Here is some useful information you should know before traveling to Japan to make your vacation easier and more enjoyable! Best time to visit Japan.  The best time to visitContinueContinue reading “What you need to know before visiting Japan. “

Celebrate 100 Suitcase Travel Blog posts with an author. Q&A

Today I have a small achievement: I have already published 100 posts. In celebration of my little blogging anniversary, I decided to conduct an interview with myself. I think, through the interview, you can get a good sense of a person’s personality, worldview, and life opinions. I will interview myself, but if you have anyContinueContinue reading “Celebrate 100 Suitcase Travel Blog posts with an author. Q&A”

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Japanese Lucky Cat ( Maneki-neko) and Where to Buy Souvenirs in Tokyo

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Japanese Lucky Cat ( Maneki-neko) and Where to Buy Souvenirs in Tokyo.

Dining etiquette in Japan.

Proper etiquette at the table is important in every social situation. Table manners are the elementary way to show respect and appreciation to your host or surrounding people. The country you are visiting may have different dining etiquette rules. Take some time to learn about it. A respectful manner will help avoid embarrassing yourself.  JapanContinueContinue reading “Dining etiquette in Japan.”

Tokyo: What Airport to choose?

Photo by Anugrah Lohiya on Pexels.com Planning a trip is an absolutely thrilling thing for me, but after picking the desirable destination, there is more serious research and the necessary preparation to do.  The next step will be choosing a hotel and flight tickets. It might look easy, but sometimes not really, especially if you have theContinueContinue reading “Tokyo: What Airport to choose?”

Convenient Japan

Japan is very convenient for people. Looks like everything is thought out to the details, that makes your life much easier.   All transportation runs on time. You can actually rely on trains and buses.   Convenient luggage service is helpful. The company can send your luggage from any part of the country to another. And youContinueContinue reading “Convenient Japan”

Japan: Onsen or Sento ? What the right choice ?

Japan is a unique country. It combines innovating technology and beautiful nature and the Japanese people know how to live in harmony with it. This is reflected in everything: clothing, food, lifestyle, traditions.   One of the popular ways to have a good rest in Japan is to go to onsen. Taking a bath can bringContinueContinue reading “Japan: Onsen or Sento ? What the right choice ?”

New coffee experience in Tokyo

Coffee is my daily routine, my addiction, my motivation, and my lifestyle. It is hard to survive without a cup of delicious coffee throughout the day. I love coffee and how American filmmaker David Lynch says « But even a bad cup of coffee is better than no coffee at all » So true, butContinueContinue reading “New coffee experience in Tokyo”