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9 Recommended Gastronomic Tourism Spots in Ishikawa Prefecture's Kaga Region

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9 Recommended Gastronomic Tourism Spots in Ishikawa Prefecture’s Kaga Region

2026.01.26

In recent years, regional areas across Japan have been gaining attention as travel destinations, not just urban centers. Japan’s regions hold hidden treasures—history, cultur

How to Enjoy Niseko, Hokkaido: One of Japan's Premier Ski Resorts

Sightseeing

How to Enjoy Niseko, Hokkaido: One of Japan’s Premier Ski Resorts

2026.01.23

January has arrived, marking the start of the full-fledged winter season. When it comes to winter tourism in Japan, many people likely have skiing as their primary goal, right? Ski

What is Shimenawa? The Role of Japan's Traditional Decorations

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Shimenawa – A Traditional Japanese Decoration Marking Sacred Places

2026.01.09

At the Hachimangu Shrine in my village, every year around year-end, volunteers from the parishioners gather to make shimenawa (sacred ropes.) This year, as the caretaker of Hachima

The History and Scenic Spots of Yamagata City, Japan

Sightseeing

Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture, Tohoku Region
Abundant with Beautiful, Quintessentially Japanese Seasonal Vistas

2025.12.26

Yamagata City, the largest city in Yamagata Prefecture, located in the Tohoku region. Surrounded by mountains on all sides, it is a land rich in nature with distinct seasonal chang

Japan's Largest! Hankyu Valentine's Chocolate Expo 2026

Food&Drink

Japan’s Fastest! Top 6 Recommended Items from the Hankyu Valentine’s Chocolate Expo 2026

2025.12.24

Hello, I’m Rina, a writer for Kodawari Times. In Japan, often called a premium chocolate country, the event that sees the biggest jump in chocolate sales is Valentine’s

Sakura Masamune, a long-established sake brewery, proposes a new way to enjoy Japanese sake! Introducing “Maroya-Kan,” a low-alcohol warmed sake

Food&Drink

Sakura Masamune, a 400-year-old sake brewery, presents a new way to enjoy Japanese sake! “Maroya-Kan”

2025.12.22

Hello, I’m Rina, a writer for Kodawari Times. Winter has finally arrived in Japan. For sake lovers, this is the perfect season for “kanzake”—warmed sake! While sake can be en

EXPO2027 OFFICIAL STORE

Goods

After Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, it’s Yokohama’s turn! GREEN×EXPO2027 Official Goods is now available.

2025.12.19

Hello, I’m Hakoboya, the Souvenir Promotion Captain for Kodawari Times! ╭(·ᴗ·)╮╰(·ᴗ·)╯ The Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan closed its doors in October 2025. With over 25 milli

Monchhichi × THANK YOU MART Collaboration Items

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Japan-Born Cute Stuffed Animal “Monchhichi” × “THANK YOU MART” Collaboration Items Now Available

2025.12.17

Hello! I’m Hakoboya, the Souvenir Promotion Captain for Kodawari Times! ╭(·ᴗ·)╮╰(·ᴗ·)╯ Do you know Monchhichi, the pioneer of Japanese kawaii culture? This adorable monkey-li