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Japan’s Best Matsuri (Festivals)

Matsuri, festivals in Japan, are often spectacular, filled with color, exuberance, and tradition. Japan has perhaps more unique festivals than…
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Traveler’s Guide to the JR Pass (Is It Worth It?)

The Japan Rail Pass (or JR Pass, for short) can be a good way to get around Japan, but many…
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Is Japan Expensive?

One of the most common myths about Japan is that it’s incredibly pricey — but how expensive is Japan really?…
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Japan’s Best Boutique and Luxury Hotels & Ryokans

The best hotels and ryokans in Japan range from charming traditional inns in the countryside, to stylish design hotels and…
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Recommended Reading: Best Books (and Films) About Japan

Reading about Japan is one of the best ways to get excited for your trip, and we’ve put together a…
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Akita Winter Study Trip

Akita Winter Study Trip - Practice Japanese, explore rural Japan, engage with locals, and enjoy unique cultural activities, in a winter wonderland.

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Osaka Adventure Study Trip

Explore Osaka’s neon lights, cuisine, and culture! Join our adventure study trip for drumming, cooking, digital art, karaoke, and traditional customs.

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Spring Course Study Trip

Immerse in Japan’s spring beauty with Sakura, traditional crafts, and cultural adventures. Take home handmade goods and new language skills from this trip!

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Celebrating beginnings with cherry blossoms in Japan

Spring may best be symbolized by sakura, or cherry blossoms, in Japan. Cherry blossoms also symbolize the beginning of the year for many, as the Japanese school year and fiscal year start in April, just when the sakura are in full bloom throughout the majority of the country. The Japanese place great value in the

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How Japanese language school terms work

If you’re thinking about studying Japanese in Japan, understanding how Japanese language school terms work is key to planning your move. There are generally four terms per year, which means four chances to start. But picking the right term can make all the difference, depending on your overall goals for studying in Japan. Read on

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