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Japankuru is bringing you the best of Japan, from an international creative team experiencing it first-hand and hoping to share it with the world. From unique travel destinations with millennia of history, to the best deals on great food, fun shopping, and relaxing hotels, find more on must-see tourist spots and hidden treasures frequented by locals, and guides for everything from Tokyo daytrips to road trips that explore the deepest reaches of Japan, plus pop culture, news, and more!
29/08/2025
See Osaka in just one day, with our guide to Osaka's highlights! Visit historic Osaka Castle, shop Japanese fashion in Osaka's Umeda neighborhood, enjoy local cuisine & Osaka restaurants with Halal-friendly dining, and experience Dotonbori after dark.
29/08/2025
From breathtaking sunrises to hot baths with ocean views, Japan’s Sunflower Ferry offers a truly romantic way to travel north to Hokkaido! And right now, we’re running a special raffle for readers of Traditional Chinese - check out the info below to find out how to win tickets for a free ocean cruise!
Whether you're shopping for the best Japanese souvenir snacks or just looking for convenient treats in Japan, these local favorites are both cute and tasty!
27/08/2025
A trip to Japan is exciting, but for days when your body can’t quite keep up with all your plans, we have some recommendations from Taiho Pharma. When your throat is giving you trouble, try PITAS Throat Troches for any discomfort, and PITAS Cough Troches for a stubborn cough - these lightweight lozenges are super compact! For painful, stiff shoulders and back pain, their ZENOL series of topical analgesics comes in an easy stick form for convenient pain relief. Read more about each product in the Traditional Chinese article linked below, and find them at major drugstores in Japan!
Shopping for glasses in central Tokyo? There's nowhere better to look for stylish Japanese eyewear than the chic Tokyo neighborhood of Ginza! Check out our Ginza sightseeing recommendations and find the latest glasses from JINS Ginza LOFT!
▶︎ https://www.japankuru.com/en/shopping/206312/
05/08/2025
Stroll through the heavens, walk among the clouds, and see the blue sky reflected up close at Happo Pond, in the Northern Japanese Alps.
Shohei Ohtani fans will want to check out these new drinks at drugstores in Japan, developed in collaboration with the baseball superstar and recommended for pre/post-workout boosts - or a busy day of travel!
▶︎ https://www.japankuru.com/en/shopping/203825/
The newest Vivienne Westwood RED+MAN shop is now open in Harajuku, making it easier than ever for fashion lovers to shop Japan-exclusive Vivienne Westwood collections in Tokyo! Don't miss: purses, pearls, and the perfect wardrobe updates!
▶︎ https://www.japankuru.com/en/shopping/202042/
Upgrade your well-loved All Stars with new Japan-exclusive Converse designs and limited-edition Japanese Converse collabs, now available in Yokohama! Plus: don't miss Japan's Converse customization options!
▶︎ https://www.japankuru.com/en/shopping/201384/
Next trip to Japan, don't miss this indoor petting zoo in Tokyo, where capybara bathtime lasts all day long, animals and humans can both enjoy tasty treats, Tokyo's cutest souvenirs are waiting to go home in your suitcase!
▶︎ https://www.japankuru.com/en/tour/201236/
Japankuru is committed to showcasing the vast array of exciting and unique sights and activities that Japan has to offer―all of which make this country one of the most popular destinations for travelers worldwide.
The Japankuru team is an international group, hailing from all over Asia, Europe, North America, and Oceania, and based in Tokyo. Our team works to bring the latest news and most in-depth information from Japan to the world, all with an international perspective.
From exciting tourist attractions that wow Japanese culture lovers...
...to little-known gourmet destinations, and all the practicalities and joys of staying in Japan, Japankuru strives to provide the most comprehensive in-depth information possible on everything from hotel accommodations, shopping and fine dining options to entertainment, sightseeing opportunities, and cultural events.
We try to make sure that everyone visiting Japan has access to everything that makes Japan such a special place to travel.
For all of us on the Japankuru team, Japan is a home away from home, and we want everyone else who enters the country to fall in love with it, too!
Our international team travels around Japan, searching out the little things we think might be especially interesting to those back home in our own countries, and we use that research and coverage to create an array of photos, articles, and videos to share with those interested in learning a little more about Japan. It is important for us to create real, authentic content to share with those around the world! We also love to hear about others’ Japanese stories, and what each individual finds alluring and entertaining in Japan. That’s why our slogan is “Let’s share our Japanese stories!”
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