Horyuji: The world’s oldest wooden building
Horyuji Temple might not be the most famous site in Japan – but it has one of the most important histories.
Is Japan expensive? How to save on your trip!
I break down the costs to see how expensive it is to travel in Japan.
Sake: 30 Days of Japanese Food
Everything you need to know about sake: the history, ingredients and varieties of the Japanese drink.
Those little silver balls
You’ll see a lot of pachinko parlours in Japan but it’s a confusing game for outsiders. For the Japanese economy, though, it’s a huge earner!
Tsukemono: 30 Days of Japanese Food
Everything you need to know about tsukemono: the history, ingredients and varieties of the Japanese dish.
Visit the Tomioka Silk Mill
The Tomioka Silk Mill offers a fascinating insight into Japan’s move to globalisation and modernisation.