Kyushu is made up of nine prefectures, and in a Japanese culture which is obsessed with meibutsu (regional foods), the island region has a lot to offer in the form of Kyushu local food. In fact, it is said that Kyushu has the second largest number of restaurants per person in the whole of Japan.
The visually stunning snow festival in Hokkaido’s capital Sapporo tops many bucket lists. But how did this impressive event get its start?
Ramen is a popular Japanese culinary export, and each region has its own style. Hokkaido’s versions boast quality ingredients & rich flavors.
In Japan, Hokkaido is known for quality and delicious dairy. However, milk & beef consumption was taboo until the Meiji Era.
When many visitors to Japan think of Japanese culture, they often think of Kyoto. However, Kyushu has a rich history and deep culture that plays an important role in Japan. Whether it’s Japanese mythology, regional ramen varieties, or its beautiful history, there are plenty of reasons to take a look at Kyushu culture.
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Kyushu, a southern island of Japan, boasts unique food, culture & history as it was culturally separate from mainland Honshu for centuries.
There is much to be said in literature about hanami or ‘flower viewing’ in traditional Japanese culture. Particularly around cherry blossom time, when locals and tourists alike gather around friends to have a picnic under a sky of budding pink flowers.
Sake may be famous worldwide, but there is another Japanese alcohol just as prevalent, particularly in Kyushu: shochu.
Kyushu, Japan, is more often than not overlooked by many tourists in favor of more popular spots like Tokyo and Osaka. But Kyushu is a hidden gem, being home to one of the friendliest populations and most breathtaking scenery in Japan.
When Portuguese missionaries first arrived on Tanegashima island in 1543, it wasn’t long before a national fascination with sugar was born.
There is always a cultural event to look forward to in Japan, and Kyushu is no exception. Read about our top 5 festival picks.
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