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Japan Travel Updates November 2024
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Educational Tools & Resources |
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Explore Shizuoka – Matcha Calligraphy
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Shizuoka’s renowned green tea culture is an experience you can’t miss! Dive into Matcha Calligraphy, a unique fusion of tradition and creativity where matcha replaces ink. Guided by a master, you’ll craft your own Kanji scroll at the cozy MARUZEN Tea Roastery, just a short walk from Shizuoka Station. It’s the perfect way to create a memorable souvenir while soaking up the essence of Japan’s tea heritage!
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Go Nagano – 1-Day Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake Tour |
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Discover the magic of Nagano with the Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake Tour in just one day! This immersive experience is perfect for travelers seeking a blend of culture and nature. Participants will explore the historic Zenko-ji Temple, indulge in local sake tasting, and witness the famous hot spring-bathing monkeys at Snow Monkey Park. As one of the most popular itineraries, guests will uncover the hidden treasures of Nagano, from traditional cuisine to breathtaking landscapes. It’s an unforgettable adventure for anyone looking to experience the unique charm of Japan’s winter wonderland!
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Kochi Prefecture – Where There is Good Water, There is Good Sake! |
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As this Japanese saying states, you can definitely find great sake in Kochi Prefecture because it is known for clear streams such as Shimanto and Niyodo River, and local’s love of partying!
There are 18 breweries and several offers brewery tour or sake tasting of few hours (some conditions may apply). In case you would like to lean more in depth for one of sake breweries and regions, a 2N3D tour offered by local DMC Kochi Amigo is a great option to consider.
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Kyoto City Tourism – Hidden Gems of Kyoto: Fushimi
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Head to Kyoto and explore Fushimi, a hidden gem with a mix of tradition, flavor, and history! Famous for the Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, this area is also a sake lover’s paradise, with pure groundwater perfect for brewing. Visit the Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum or stroll through Otesuji Shopping Street, tasting and discovering local sake. Time your visit for November to experience the Sake Festival, where 17 breweries join to celebrate and share their craft. Take a scenic canal cruise on the “Jukkoku-bune,” passing historic brewery buildings, and cap off your visit by sampling Fushimi’s unique sake-inspired ramen. Learn More |
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Yokohama City Visitors Bureau – Experience Traditional Craftmanship with Miyadaiku Masters in Yokohama |
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Dive into the world of traditional Japanese carpentry with a master Miyadaiku, a skilled artisan who specialize in building and restoring shrines and temples. Listen to their fascinating stories about Japanese architecture, and wear a Happi (traditional coat) as you try your hand at kanna-kezuri (wood carving). At the end of your adventure, you’ll receive a special Disciple Certification featuring your name in kanji! This unforgettable experience is highly recommended as a must-do for anyone interested in Japan’s rich heritage. Contact: inbound@ycvb.or.jp
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Celebrating 1st Anniversary |
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Discover Local Flavors at Hotel Granvia Wakayama's Breakfast Buffet |
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Unwind in a Spacious 2-Bedroom Suite with Kyoto’s Curated Living Tools |
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ANA Free In-Flight Messaging |
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SAVE 5% TRAVELING AS A GROUP |
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Friendly Planet Travel
Best of Japan
Commissionable, inquire for full details
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Magister Tours
Traditional Japan | Book an extra night in Tokyo and receive a Whisky Tasting Tour
Travel Agent Commission 12% |
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THE FINE PRINT/LEGAL STUFF
Information is provided in this Japan Travel Update as a courtesy to readers of this newsletter. Though JNTO endeavors to ensure the information is accurate, users of the information are to act on such using their own judgment and at their own risk. Neither JNTO nor any holder of a copyright to the information shall be held responsible in any way whatsoever for any loss or misunderstanding, either direct or indirect, that is incurred as a result of utilizing the information. |
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Publisher: Japan National Tourism Organization
URL: www.japan.travel/en/us
New York Office (in even months)
250 Park Avenue, Suite 1900, New York, NY 10177
email: infonyc@jnto.go.jp
Los Angeles Office (in odd months)
6100 Center Drive, Suite 925, Los Angeles, CA 90045
email: infolax@jnto.go.jp |
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