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MATCHA is a web magazine dedicated to bringing the rich culture and history of Japan to an international audience. On these pages, you will find everything you could hope for about this island nation - from famous sightseeing destinations in major cities like Tokyo and Kyoto to little-known spots around the country, to information on regional delicacies, comfortable accommodations to suit..
MATCHA Magazine
5h ago
" Capture My Japan " is a photography service for tourists visiting Japan from overseas, provided by Lovegraph Co., Ltd , one of Japan's largest on-location photography session businesses.
If you use the coupon code "MCM-18280" when applying, you can get a 3,000 yen discount and experience a professional photo shoot!
Learn more about Capture My Japan
Please take a look at the following article for more details about shooting with "Capture My Japan".
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Proposal at a hotel
Propose at a night view spot
Proposing at a theme park
Proposing at the Sea
Would you like to have your p ..read more
MATCHA Magazine
5h ago
In 2024, Golden Week starts on April 27 (Saturday) and ends on May 6 (Monday). By taking a paid leave from April 30 to May 2, some people can enjoy a 10-day vacation.
While crowds will be everywhere during this period, parents will want to visit places their children can enjoy. It would be great if parents could also enjoy themselves!
This article features seven child-friendly locations in Tokyo that should be fairly easy to visit during Golden Week.
Child-Friendly Spots in Tokyo
1. teamLab Borderless
2. Compass
3. Tsukiji Crep
4. Yoyogi Pony Park
5. Gasutenani
6. The Campus
7. Chikyu no Niwa ..read more
MATCHA Magazine
5h ago
Send Your Suitcase from the Airport
Photo by Pixta
After a long flight to Japan, boarding a train with large suitcases may be troublesome. It is exhausting for yourself and you might also get in the way of local passengers.
We strongly recommend sending your luggage from the airport to your hotel or private residence using a delivery service.
This article features six luggage delivery services operating in Tokyo (Narita Airport, Haneda Airport) and Osaka (Kansai Airport). We've also included budget-friendly options.
Luggage Delivery Services in Japan
1. JAL ABC
2. Yamato Transport
3. ANA
4. Y ..read more
MATCHA Magazine
11h ago
Cherry Blossom Spots in Northern Japan
1. Hirosaki Castle Park
2. Towada City Hall Street
3. Hinokinai River Tsutsumi Park
4. Kakunodate Samurai Residences
5. Senshu Park
6. Kitakami Tenshochi Park
7. Morioka Castle Ruins Park (Iwate Park)
8. Koiwai Farm
9. Eboshiyama Park
10. Kajo Park
11. Mikamine Park
12. Funaoka Castle Ruins Park
13. Shiroishi River View of a Thousand Cherry Trees
14. Miharu Takizakura Cherry Tree
15. Aizu-Wakamatsu Castle (Tsurugajo Castle)
2024 Cherry Blossom Forecast for Northern Japan
Check hotels in Northern Japan on Rakuten Travel
Check hotels in Northern Japan on Bo ..read more
MATCHA Magazine
17h ago
1. Kajiya (Okayama City)
[Kajiya]
Address: 1356-1 Takehara, Higashi-ku, Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture
TEL: 086-297-3600
Business hours: 11:00-15:00, 17:00-20:30
Closed: Mondays
Parking: Available
Kajiya|Official site
●The famous shrimp bowl. It has huge shrimps that look like they might spill out of the bowl, and is a taste I've been eating since I was a student, with tartar sauce. I highly recommend it. (40s/male/office worker)
●The shrimp tempura bowl is impressive in appearance and volume, and of course it tastes delicious! I recommend going there on an empty stomach so you can enjoy it ..read more
MATCHA Magazine
1d ago
Day 1
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Take the Laview to Seibu Chichibu Station
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Check in at Ryokan Hiyoshi in 7 minutes on foot
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20 minutes walk or 6 minutes by taxi to Chichibu Shrine
[place_master_id=2502 DescriptionChange="{ According to the early Heian period classic, "Kujiki - Kuni no Miyatsuko Honki," Chichibu Shrine was founded when Chichibuhiko no Mikoto, a 10th generation descendant of Yatogamikane no Mikoto, who was appointed as the first kuni no Miyatsuko of Chichibu Province during the re ..read more
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1d ago
Kyoto Festival Guide Kyoto's 3 Major Festivals
1. Aoi Matsuri
2. Gion Matsuri
3. Jidai Matsuri
Festivals Full of Excitement Year-Round
4. Gozan Okuribi
5. Hirano Shrine Cherry Blossom Festival
6. Kitano Tenmangu Plum Blossom Festival
7. Shimogamo Shrine Misogi Matsuri
8. Fushimi Inari Taisha Grand Festival
9. Atago Shrine Senku
10. Toka Ebisu Festival
3 Major Mysterious Festivals in Kyoto
11. Kurama Fire Festival
12. Imamiya Ebisu Festival
13. Uzumasa Ushi Matsuri
1. Aoi Matsuri
Photo by ©JNTO
The Aoi Matsuri, also known as the Hollyhock Festival, is one of three major festivals in Kyoto. It ..read more
MATCHA Magazine
2d ago
Kirishima, located in Kagoshima Prefecture, is a region with virgin forests and rests between the mountains and the sea. Famous for hot spring resorts like Ebino Kogen and Kirishima Onsen, this beautiful destination is loved for its grand shrines and natural scenery that stays beautiful all year round.
From the blue waters of the crater lake atop Mount Karakuni (1,700 m) to the towering cedar forests of Kirishima Shrine, there are many things to see and do in Kirishima.
Things to Do in Kirishima
1. Kirishima-Kinokowan National Park
2. Kirishima Shrine
3. Kirishima Hotel
4. Maruo Falls
5. Black ..read more
MATCHA Magazine
2d ago
The cherry blossom season that fascinated many people is coming to an end. Japan is a country with four seasons, which is rare in the world. Although the focus tends to be on the distinctive cherry blossoms and autumn leaves, this season when new life begins to sprout will also captivate you with the beauty of Japan.
Guides registered with Gold-Guide are excellent interpreter guides with advanced skills. They will convey the beauty of Japan in every season to you, making your stay in Japan a more vivid and profound experience. Gold-Guide has a team of interpreter guides who are skilled at stim ..read more
MATCHA Magazine
2d ago
Kobe Cheese Toast has arrived in Fukuoka for the first time! "Kobe Selection" @Hakata Hankyu
Kobe Selection will be held from April 18th (Thurs) to 23rd (Tues) at the 8th floor event hall of Hakata Hankyu (inside JR Hakata City), and Kobe Cheese Toast, a new local Kobe gourmet dish that is sold at over 10 coffee shops in Kobe and is also popular at events in the city, will be available at a stall (※Kobe Cheese Toast will only be sold for three days from April 18th (Thurs) to 20th (Sat). This will be the first time Kobe Cheese Toast will be sold outside of the prefecture. Don't miss this opport ..read more