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Japan is no longer a "cash-only" country, but it’s not yet 100% cashless. To ensure a smooth trip, here is what you need to know about navigating payments in Japan. 1. Cash (Japanese Yen / JPY) While digital payments are everywhere, Cash is still King in specific situations. Where you need it: Local temples/shrines (for charms and amulets), small family-run restaurants, traditional "Gashapon" machines, and some shops in rural areas. Tip: Always carry a mix of 1,000 yen notes and coins (100 yen / 500 yen). 10,000 yen notes are sometimes hard to use at small vending machines or bus...

1. Introduction: What is Fukubukuro? "Fukubukuro" literally translates to "Lucky Bag." It’s a Japanese New Year's tradition where retailers sell sealed mystery bags filled with random products at a massive discount—often 50% or even 80% off the retail price! In Japan, it’s believed that grabbing a bag of fortune helps start your year with good luck. 2. Why 2026 is Special: The Year of the Horse 2026 is the Year of the Horse in the Japanese zodiac. Look out for limited-edition lucky bags featuring horse-themed designs, charms, or exclusive collaboration goods. Many brands, from Sanrio to major department stores like Takashimaya,...

To help travelers compress their luggage and free up space in their suitcases, Narita Airport will conduct a limited-time demonstration experiment of an "automatic clothing compressor" in the departure lobbies of Terminals 2 and 3 from January 13th to 15th, 2026. This compressor uses "Pocket Tips" technology to compress clothing to palm-sized size in about one minute. It is free and no reservation is required. It may be introduced as a permanent service even after the demonstration experiment. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　 Departmental Experiment DetailsPurpose: To solve the problem travelers face when their suitcases don't fit all the clothes they gain while traveling.Technology Used:...

  🍬 Okashi Sweets Museum Tempozan 　　　　 　　　　　　　 Overview The Okashi Museum (Sweets Museum) is an interactive facility located in Tempozan Marketplace, Osaka. It showcases the fascinating world of Japanese confectionery through: Candy Art : Incredible, life-like sculptures made entirely of candy. Sweet Dioramas: Large-scale models of famous Japanese landmarks made from various sweets. Retro Snack History: A nostalgic look at "Dagashi" (traditional Japanese cheap snacks) that have been loved for generations. Photo Spots: Plenty of colorful and "Instagrammable" areas perfect for family photos.                                ...

The end-of-year and New Year's period (Oshogatsu) is the most important cultural holiday in Japan, filled with unique and fascinating traditions that are different from Western countdown parties. Here are the key Japanese end-of-year events and traditions that foreign tourists can experience, categorized by type. 🇯🇵 Year-End & New Year's Events for Tourists 1. Traditional & Spiritual Countdown Events Unlike fireworks-heavy Western celebrations, New Year's in Japan is often a serene and reflective time centered around temples and shrines. 1.1. 🔔 Joya no Kane (除夜の鐘): The 108 Bell Rings What it is: A traditional Buddhist ceremony where temples ring their...