by iPLANiT Dev | Sep 14, 2017 | Uncategorized
Having lived in Japan for almost 8 years, many people ask me if I miss Japanese food. And truth be told, I do, but my answer is not always what they expect. As an Irishman with a very sweet tooth (and indifference about most seafood), I don’t so much miss the...
by Darina Oomi | Jun 20, 2017 | Uncategorized
There’s a huge range of unique and amazing things to do in Japan. We’ve drawn up a list of the top 5 things you should try on your visit to this fascinating country. 1. Experience the Tea Ceremony with a Geisha The Japanese Tea Ceremony or Chado is...
by Darina Oomi | Apr 23, 2017 | Uncategorized
Despite its tragic history, the city of Hiroshima is now a thriving commercial and cultural capital. After the war, the city underwent an incredible revival and is now a vibrant home to over two million people. While there are lots of things to see, do and experience...
by Darina Oomi | Aug 3, 2015 | Uncategorized
Unique Japan Tours loves Takayama. It’s a beautiful city, located high in the Hida mountains (hence why it’s sometimes called Hida-Takayama). After the hustle and bustle of modern Tokyo, Takayama is a welcome reprieve. A merchant city famed for it’s...
by Darina Oomi | Apr 28, 2015 | Uncategorized
Autumn is one of our favourite seasons to eat in Japan. Sanma, the long, sleek fish (pacific saury in English), grilled with salt. The crisp skin cracks under the pressure from your chop stick, and you come away with this delicious, moist, dark piece of fish meat that...
