Japanese Travel

Japan is a fantastic travel destination with many sight-seeing wonders and fun places to visit.

The JOI staff introduce some of their travels around the country in this Staff Blog !

With some Survival Japanese you can enjoy it more !

Hakata Tonkotsu Ramen experience

Check out this staff-created video of a Hakata Tonkotsu Ramen experience.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Japan

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Japan

What are the World Heritage Sites in Japan?
How many are there?
Here is a comprehensive list in order of acceptance by UNESCO

Museums in Japan

Museums in Japan

Do you enjoy looking at art?
If you have time to kill in Tokyo, then a recommended spot is Ueno park and its museums.
Read more to find out about these!

Fireworks festivals in summer

Fireworks festivals in summer

What are some of the most popular fireworks festivals or 花火大会 (Hanabi Taikai) in Japan?
When are these festivals usually held?
What should I know before going?

Hakata Yamakasa Festival

Hakata Yamakasa Festival

Hakata Gion Yamakasa (博多祇園山笠) is Fukuoka’s most famous 祭り (matsuri) or festival.

If you are ever in Kyushu in July, please try to catch this exciting spectacle.

Classifications of medicine in Japan: Which do you choose?

Classifications of medicine in Japan: Which do you choose?

Did you know that there are different categories or classifications of medicine in Japan?
Check this blog to learn the differences between Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 medicines.

Japan, still wearing masks?

Japan, still wearing masks?

 Many people have been commenting on the fact that Japanese people are still wearing masks!
The government is actually trying to get people to stop wearing masks.

If you are planning to travel to Japan, please check these guidelines.

Kawachi Wisteria Garden

Photographs from the Kawachi Fuji Wisteria Garden

JOI Staff and teacher travelled to the Kawachi Wisteria Fujien Garden and these are the photographs taken on the day trip.

 

Huis Ten Bosch, Sasebo & Kujukushima

The JOI staff introduce travel destinations around Japan. This blog focuses on Sasebo City in Nagasaki Prefecture and particularly Huis Ten Bosch amusement park and Kujukushima.

Try 2 Trial FlexLessons for only $9!green


Over 5000 Japanese learners since 2006 have studied at JOI !

OKStart Now! 2 Trial Lessons for $9 and 900 yen
OKProfessional Japanese teachers
OKReliable classroom (Windows,Mac,Linux,iPad,Android compatible)
OK18 Different levels of classes (Conversation, Grammar,JLPT, Kanji etc)
OKFree chat events, Free video quizzes, Free audio, and video blog