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Japanese Culture
29 - Oct - 2025
When autumn arrives in Japan, landscapes across the country turn all shades of red, orange, and yellow. In Japanese, the process of leaves changing colors is called kōyō, which prompts many trips for people around the country to go and see the changing of the leaves. Here are some of the top places to experience the magic of autumn in Japan.  Hokkaido The northernmost of Japan’s islands is also the first to experience autumn colors....

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Japanese Culture
29 - Oct - 2025
When autumn arrives in Japan, landscapes across the country turn all shades of red, orange, and yellow. In Japanese, the process of leaves changing colors is called kōyō, which prompts many trips for people around...
Japanese Culture
22 - Oct - 2025
Why Japan loves ghost stories Japan is a land that is famous for its horror; its rich tradition of yūrei 幽霊 (ghosts) and yōkai 妖怪 (supernatural beings and monsters) make up the chilling backbone of...
Food & Drink
18 - Oct - 2025
Which season is best for me? The best season to visit Japan depends on the experience you are looking for, with spring offering the iconic sakura season, summer bringing vibrant festivals, autumn showcasing stunning colors,...
Japanese Culture
15 - Oct - 2025
As every culture has its ghosts and ghouls, so too do the Japanese in the form of yōkai (妖怪). Made up of two kanji that represent “bewitching; calamity” and “apparition; mystery; suspicious,” they also come...
Study Trip
11 - Oct - 2025
What makes our special interest trips in Japan so unique? Our special interest trips in Japan are curated adventures designed for people who want to dive deep into their passion, whether it is modern pop...
Study Trip
08 - Oct - 2025
How do our Study Trips turn learning into lifelong memories? A great Study Trip is about more than what you learn in the classroom; it is about the incredible experiences you have and the memories...
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