The list of articles and Q&A for travel to Japan about "Culture" by Hub Japan. If you are looking for the best sightseeing, things to do, or food informations about Japan, Hub Japan is your answer!
kunoichi, Living in Japan
Shinagawa has few hotels so you can also stay in Shinagawa. Other than than, staying along Yamano...
Norman, Lived in Japan
I know only in Japanese site, but I think it would be helpful for you. http://sumo.pia.jp/hanasum...
Mari Takahashi, Living in Japan
Some ryokan have capacity of maximum people in the room and also they charge per person, but some...
Mari Takahashi, Living in Japan
You should explore Akihabara. Shops such as Animate never makes you bored by just looking at neat...
You don’t need to have ever visited Japan to have seen a Torii, these traditional Japanese gates are so popular in Japan’s culture they have come to be known in the western part of the world as one of the characterizing features of Japan as it is definitely an iconic symbol of the country of
When it comes to class, no other neighborhood in Tokyo can beat Ginza. Not only is it the center...
Japan’s iconic traditional garment, the Kimono, remains fashionable to this day. Though no longe...
Festivals are excellent venues to get a good introduction to Japan’s very rich culture. Here are ...
Answered 3 days ago
Most of onsen ryokan (with tatami room) do not offer rooms for single particularly. The room can host from 2 people or more, so that might be the reason of rate not changing for unaccompanied visitors. (Because you have to use a room no matter if you are by yourself or with a company)
Answered 5 days ago
Here's the English web site of Nihon Sumo Kyokai where you can book your sumo ticket. Hope this helps. http://www.sumo.or.jp/En/
Answered 5 days ago
I have answered a similar question before.https://hubjapan.io/questions/what-are-taboos-in-japanese-culture
Published 6 days ago
Tokyo Sushi-Making Tour offers an amazing sushi class in Kitasenju, eastern Tokyo. Why don’t you join and become a sushi chef when you are in Japan?
Published 9 days ago
Our mission is to give you a fantastic memory of Japan by teaching you the art of sushi making. So, come along and let’s enjoy making sushi together!
Answered 14 days ago
You should explore Akihabara. Shops such as Animate never makes you bored by just looking at neatly created figures. There are also themed cafes such as Gundam cafe and Square Enix cafe so if you want to enjoy being an Otaku from food, visiting such cafes might be a good idea, too.
Answered 16 days ago
Some ryokan have capacity of maximum people in the room and also they charge per person, but some ryokans charge for the room so it really depends on ryokans. You maybe able to make it cheaper. When entering in onsen hot springs, it is always safe to cover tattoos. Some places started to allow pe...
Answered 17 days ago
You can refer to this article: https://hubjapan.io/articles/9-best-cat-cafes-in-tokyo-to-hang-out
Published 17 days ago
Hub Japan team went to a sake bar with Jay and Sarah from New York! BE A LOCAL connects local Japanese people and tourist from overseas.
Answered 22 days ago
You have to wash your body before getting into the bath. When you get out, you should wipe your body with towel to avoid getting the changing room wet. These two points are the etiquette you should keep in your mind.
Answered 26 days ago
Shinagawa has few hotels so you can also stay in Shinagawa. Other than than, staying along Yamanote Line Station would be easy to access to Shinagawa. Like Ebisu, Meguro, Gotanda, Hamamatsucho, Yurakucho, Shinbashi, etc.
Answered 28 days ago
Unfortunately, it's prohibited that people with tatoo enter public bath in many places. If yours is tiny, maybe you can hide it with towel and can enter.
Answered 29 days ago
I know only in Japanese site, but I think it would be helpful for you. http://sumo.pia.jp/hanasumo.jsp
Answered about 1 month ago
Are you searching for something specific about Japanese culture? The following is a start, but I am sure the other community members may be able to better assist you with more direct or specific areas of interest.https://alljapantours.com/about-japan/japanese-customs-and-manners/*The page doesn't...
Answered about 1 month ago
Akihabara is very fun area if you like anime or video games. There are hundreds of second hand video games and anime DVD stores, so local people mostly enjoy shopping for those stuffs. A friend of mine who came from Canada said she is going to look for specific video game software in Akihabara. T...
Answered about 1 month ago
Hello, I am so sorry about your sickness. Using onsen bath while menstruating is not considered a good manner among Japanese people, even though you use tampons. Plan the trip avoiding that period to soak into nice onsen bath. Or, if the ryokan or onsen facility has a private bath, some places ma...
Published about 1 month ago
Geisha are the traditional entertainers in Japan that are well loved by the locals and foreigners alike. Visit these places if you want to catch a glimpse of these elusive ladies.
Answered about 1 month ago
A typical teenager in Japan spend their time after school and weekends at Harajuku. I spent so much time in Harajuku when I was a teenager.Walk along the famous Takeshita Street. You will find lots of Japanese teenager busy for shopping and eating. Buy a crepe like a local Japanese. You will find...
Answered about 1 month ago
Yokohama's famous food is ramen. It is said that the first ramen in Japan was served in Yokohama! Hub Japan has an article about ramen in Yokohama:https://hubjapan.io/articles/10-best-ramen-in-yokohama-for-noodle-lovers
Answered about 1 month ago
I think there are some Otaku culture in other areas, but still it's centered in Tokyo. Especially, Akihabara and Ikebukuro are the places you can experience Otaku culture.
