Worshipping at the altar of noodles
Imagine an entire museum dedicated to a type of noodles. If that sounds a bit weird, don’t forget that this is Japan!
Japan
World Heritage Sites of Nara
The old capital of Japan, Nara, has some of the most beautiful temples and shrines in the country. A collection of them is now on the World Heritage List.
One day in Kyoto is never enough
Kyoto is the historical and cultural hub of Japan. With thousands of temples and shrines, it can take days and days to explore properly.
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.
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!