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2013-05-23 13:58:42 (1 comments, 1 reshares, 18 +1s)

Nagoya TV Tower in Sakae

2013-05-22 12:02:07 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 3 +1s)

Have you tried the new Tempura Rice Burger from MOS Burger Japan?

http://injapan.gaijinpot.com/play/food-and-dining/2013/05/22/new-rice-burger-at-mos-burger/

2013-05-22 10:10:13 (2 comments, 3 reshares, 21 +1s)

Midland Square in Nagoya

2013-05-21 12:16:40 (11 comments, 1 reshares, 19 +1s)

Have you tried a Fruit Sandwich in Japan before? This one contains strawberries, custard and whipped cream!

2013-05-20 13:47:21 (3 comments, 0 reshares, 12 +1s)

The Memorial Cenotaph located near the center of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park is an arched tomb for the victims of the atomic bomb. A stone chest below the arch holds a register that contains all the known names of those who lost their lives as a result of the bombing of Hiroshima. It is designed in a traditional Shinto style, to provide protection to the souls of the victims. The cenotaph carries the epitaph, “Let all souls here rest in Peace, for we shall not repeat the evil.”

Read more about the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park here http://japantraveladvice.com/hiroshima-peace-memorial-park/

2013-05-20 13:04:57 (4 comments, 1 reshares, 9 +1s)

Have you tried the new オトナの甘さ Matcha KitKat? It is very good!

Read all about it on our latest blog post: http://japan-australia.blogspot.jp/2013/05/matcha-green-tea-kitkat.html

2013-05-19 12:05:40 (3 comments, 0 reshares, 13 +1s)

Kani Honke is a famous restaurant from the Hokkaido area of Japan. They specialise in elaborate kaiseki ryori featuring kani (crab). How you ever eaten at Kani Honke?

2013-05-19 10:48:14 (3 comments, 1 reshares, 15 +1s)

Just tried a new version of Matcha KitKat called オトナの甘さ Matcha KitKat. This is a new series of KitKat made for adults with a less sweet flavour. オトナの甘さ means Adult Sweetness. A KitKat geared towards adults! 

KitKat is really popular in Japan and they are always coming out with new seasonal varieties. They also make great おみやげ (souvenirs) as each region has their own unique specialty flavour.

Read more about Matcha KitKat at the Blog: http://japan-australia.blogspot.jp/2013/05/matcha-green-tea-kitkat.html

2013-05-19 02:15:52 (3 comments, 1 reshares, 23 +1s)

Festival-goers carry portable shrines, marching through Sensoji Temple during the annual Sanja Festival in Tokyo’s Asakusa district on Saturday. This is one of the biggest and best festivals in Tokyo!

Source: http://www.japantoday.com/category/picture-of-the-day/view/packed-in-3

2013-05-18 14:25:45 (1 comments, 1 reshares, 23 +1s)

A list of the most impressive sightseeing spots for 2013 in Japan, as ranked by foreign tourists, via the popular travel site TripAdvisor. 

Source: http://en.rocketnews24.com/2013/05/18/so-glad-i-went-2013-ranking-the-places-in-japan-that-made-an-impact-on-foreign-visitors/

2013-05-18 11:03:25 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 15 +1s)

Japanese Koi (carp) at Korakuen Garden in Okayama. Korakuen Garden is a beautiful Japanese landscape garden. It is considered to be one of the three most beautiful gardens in Japan.

Read more at the website: http://japantraveladvice.com/korakuen-garden/

2013-05-18 10:41:26 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

Nabana no Sato is one of my favourite places to visit in Mie. It is a theme park dedicated to flowers. At the moment they have a Rose Festival on until late June. Check it out if you are in the area and also enjoy one of their Rose Soft Serve Ice-creams.

http://japan-australia.blogspot.com.au/2011/11/nabana-no-sato-mie-japan.html

2013-05-17 13:09:46 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 13 +1s)

Don’t miss the Sanja Matsuri in Tokyo this weekend. Its one of the wildest and largest festivals in Tokyo and is held in honor of Hinokuma Hamanari, Hinokuma Takenari and Hajino Nakatomo, the three men who established and founded Sensō-ji Temple in Asakusa. 

Source: http://www.japantimes.co.jp/culture/2013/05/17/events/join-the-crowd-at-sanja-festival/#.UZYnbbXI0ml

2013-05-16 11:51:51 (1 comments, 3 reshares, 20 +1s)

The Ten Most Beautiful Tunnels in the World featuring the Sagano Bamboo Grove located in the Arashiyama area of Kyoto and many more from Japan.

Source: http://en.rocketnews24.com/2013/05/15/the-ten-most-beautiful-tunnels-in-the-world-and-where-you-can-find-them/

2013-05-15 12:16:38 (1 comments, 1 reshares, 8 +1s)

The Shinkansen or Bullet Train is the best way to travel in Japan. It is fast, comfortable and really easy to use. 

2013-05-14 12:51:27 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 10 +1s)

Manhole Cover in Gifu City featuring the famous Cormorants used in Ukai (Cormorant Fishing).

You can read all about this ancient tradition here http://japan-australia.blogspot.ro/2013/05/cormorant-fishing-in-gifu.html

2013-05-14 12:25:49 (1 comments, 1 reshares, 16 +1s)

The Breitling Jet Team fly over Mount Fuji on Sunday

Source: http://www.japantoday.com/category/picture-of-the-day/view/aerobatics

2013-05-13 11:35:46 (1 comments, 1 reshares, 3 +1s)

The Cormorant Fishing in Gifu City started on Saturday, May 11th and will last until October 15th. It's a major summer attraction on the Nagara River in Gifu and a must see in Japan.

Find out all about it in our latest blog post: http://japan-australia.blogspot.jp/2013/05/cormorant-fishing-in-gifu.html

2013-05-13 11:28:17 (3 comments, 0 reshares, 12 +1s)

Buta Man (豚饅 ) pork bun from 551 Horai in Osaka

2013-05-13 10:05:20 (5 comments, 0 reshares, 6 +1s)

The Summer Sumo Tournament has started in Tokyo. Take a look at our blog post to find out all about this ancient Japanese sport.

http://japan-australia.blogspot.jp/2013/01/sumo-japans-national-sport.html

2013-05-13 02:42:33 (3 comments, 1 reshares, 7 +1s)

Want to head back to old Japan then check out some of these traditional streets

http://en.rocketnews24.com/2013/05/12/the-five-japanese-streets-that-people-of-japan-most-want-to-visit/

2013-05-12 12:50:47 (1 comments, 1 reshares, 8 +1s)

Riding the Shinkansen from Nagoya Station to Osaka

2013-05-11 13:04:35 (1 comments, 2 reshares, 18 +1s)

Kashimori Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Gifu City, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. From long ago, it has been considered a good place for married couples and children to go for good luck. Each year, on April 5, the shrine hosts the Gifu Festival, along with Inaba Shrine and Kogane Shrine.

2013-05-11 11:46:13 (11 comments, 3 reshares, 7 +1s)

Matcha Beer! Would you like to give this a try?

2013-05-10 12:26:09 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 14 +1s)

Okayama Castle also known as “u-jo” the “Crow Castle” is one of the must see castles in Japan. It was originally built in 1597, but the modern structure is a reconstruction. It is famous for its striking black colour due to the black planks covering the castle’s outer walls. Rumour has it the colour was chosen by the daimyo (domain lord) as a jest at Himeji Castle, which is pristine white. 

Read more about Okayama Castle at the website: http://japantraveladvice.com/okayama-castle/

2013-05-09 13:38:26 (1 comments, 1 reshares, 8 +1s)

Sony Plaza in Soramachi (near Tokyo Skytree). Sony Plaza is a store in Japan that specializes in imported goods. There are over 70 branch stores throughout Japan. 

2013-05-09 13:41:39 (5 comments, 0 reshares, 6 +1s)

Did you know that Japanese curry chain CoCo Ichibanya provides a free refill of curry sauce to any customer who asks for it?

2013-05-09 10:06:29 (3 comments, 2 reshares, 26 +1s)

The canals of Nagoya

2013-05-08 12:29:21 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 4 +1s)

Sunomata Castle, also known as Ichiya-jo is a Japanese castle located in Ogaki in Gifu Prefecture. The castle is a replica of the famous original, which according to legend is said to have been built in one night. “Ichiya” literally means “one night” and hence the name “One Night Castle”. The original was constructed by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, one of the generals of the famous warlord Oda Nobunaga during the build-up to the siege of Gifu Castle in 1566.

2013-05-08 10:01:10 (4 comments, 2 reshares, 22 +1s)

Stone Lantern at Himure Hachimangu Shrine in Omihachiman, Shiga Prefecture

2013-05-06 11:58:15 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 4 +1s)

The ukai (cormorant fishing) will start soon in Gifu. Every night they are practicing the fireworks for the event. Here is a short video from taken from our house this evening.

2013-05-06 11:40:08 (1 comments, 1 reshares, 14 +1s)

Heian Jingu Shrine has a short history but is still considered a must see attraction in Kyoto. It is a rarity as a modern shrine in Kyoto, which is famous for its shrines, which are hundreds of years old. It was built in 1895 to commemorate the 1100th anniversary of the founding of Kyoto. Heian-kyo was the former name of Kyoto and the shrine is dedicated to the first and last emperors, who reigned from Kyoto. The current buildings are replicas of the original Kyoto Imperial Palace which was destroyed in 1227, and is two-thirds the size of the Kyoto Gosho of the Heian period (794-1185). It is a fantastic example of how significant Chinese influences were during the Heian period in Japan.

Read more about Heian Jingu Shrine at the website: http://japantraveladvice.com/heian-jingu-shrine/

2013-05-06 09:57:29 (3 comments, 0 reshares, 7 +1s)

Have you tried one of the new Tempura Rice Burgers at MOS Burger Japan?

They are really good! Read all about them at the Blog: http://japan-australia.blogspot.jp/2013/05/mos-burger-tempura-rice-burger.html

2013-05-06 02:13:37 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 20 +1s)

Colorful carp streamers flutter over the Sagami River in Sagamihara, west of Tokyo, on Sunday, which was Kodomo no Hi (Children’s Day).

Source: http://www.japantoday.com/category/picture-of-the-day/view/having-a-flutter

2013-05-05 14:30:48 (1 comments, 2 reshares, 16 +1s)

Kashiwa Mochi ~ We eat this to celebrate Kodomo no Hi (Boy's Day) in Japan

2013-05-05 12:51:50 (3 comments, 0 reshares, 3 +1s)

Last month on April 23rd Mos Burger Japan launched their new Tempura Rice Burgers, which will be available for a limited time (until the end of October). These are more than your typical burger as the tempura is sandwiched between grilled rice which acts as the buns and hence the name “rice burger”.

Read all about them at the Blog: http://japan-australia.blogspot.jp/2013/05/mos-burger-tempura-rice-burger.html

2013-05-05 10:06:44 (5 comments, 2 reshares, 18 +1s)

Beer & Edamame are an awesome combination

2013-05-05 01:37:58 (1 comments, 2 reshares, 18 +1s)

The main gate to Himure Hachimangu Shrine is very impressive and contains Komainu which are lion dogs and guardians of the shrine.

Read more about the shrine at the website: http://japantraveladvice.com/himure-hachimangu-shrine/

2013-05-04 13:42:30 (1 comments, 1 reshares, 2 +1s)

Himure Hachimangu Shrine is the largest shrine in Omihachiman, Shiga Prefecture and is located at the foot of Mount Hachiman. The shrine is very historic and houses the “Homutawake no Mikoto” The God of War, making it a place that has been visited by many powerful warlords and warriors over the years including the Ashikaga and Tokugawa clans.

Read more about this famous shrine at the website: http://japantraveladvice.com/himure-hachimangu-shrine/

2013-05-04 10:26:49 (3 comments, 3 reshares, 10 +1s)

Yomogi Soft Cream ~ Grass Mochi flavour soft cream ice-cream at Kaizu in Gifu

2013-05-04 09:15:55 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 14 +1s)

Today, May 4 is Midori-no-Hi (Greenery Day) here in Japan. It is a day to show our appreciation for the environment and nature. Hope you got to do something outdoors today!

Image from Gifu Koen in Gifu City, Gifu Prefecture, Japan

2013-05-04 08:39:33 (3 comments, 1 reshares, 14 +1s)

Japan’s Lesser Known Natural Treasures: A Photo Journey

Source: http://en.rocketnews24.com/2013/05/03/japans-lesser-known-natural-treasures/

2013-05-04 08:18:08 (1 comments, 1 reshares, 4 +1s)

Tokyo doesn't have to be expensive ~ 20 Free Things to do in Tokyo

2013-05-03 12:54:49 (3 comments, 1 reshares, 14 +1s)

Nijo Castle in Kyoto was built in 1603 as the official Kyoto residence of the first Tokugawa shogun, Ieyasu. It is not your typical Japanese castle, but more of a palace style castle. The Ninomaru Palace is almost entirely built of hinoki cypress and features gold leaf decorations and elaborate wood carvings. It was built in order to impress visitors of the power and wealth of the shogun.

Read more about Nijo Castle at the website: http://japantraveladvice.com/nijo-castle/

2013-05-03 09:18:09 (11 comments, 1 reshares, 8 +1s)

Some tips on How to Eat Sushi

2013-05-03 06:23:18 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 13 +1s)

Mt Kinka on a beautiful day in Gifu

2013-05-02 10:31:57 (3 comments, 0 reshares, 10 +1s)

A shot of Gifu City from Gifu JR Station

2013-05-02 10:00:29 (3 comments, 0 reshares, 17 +1s)

Today's Japanese Bento with Inarizushi

2013-05-01 13:32:31 (7 comments, 1 reshares, 14 +1s)

Tokyo Skytree which opened on on 22 May 2012 is the tallest structure in Japan at 634 meters.

2013-05-01 12:52:30 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 8 +1s)

Golden Burger Week in Japan

The end of April through around May 6th is called “Golden Week” in Japan and is based around a period of Japanese national holidays. To celebrate this period, McDonald’s Japan has released a special series of burgers called “Golden Burger Week”.

Find out all about it on the Blog: http://japan-australia.blogspot.jp/2013/05/golden-burger-week-in-japan.html