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New frontiers!
December was a weird one, full of uncertainty in the UK, but as we move into a New Year we're full of hope and wishing you a very happy 365 days to come, from the team at Visit Japan UK!
Meanwhile, in Japan, as the trainlines whooshed back into life and people busied about their O-Shogatsu new years trips in the mounting snow, Hokkaido was selected not only by Japanese people but by National Geographic Traveller as one of THE destinations to try and visit in 2022.
Let’s take a look at what else is going on with Japan right now, do a deep dive into all that Hokkaido has to offer, and explore our Postcards from Japan on December's excitable theme of SUGOI!
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5 classic experiences away from the crowds |
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In honour of Hayao Miyazaki's birthday, we explore the places that made the films |
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Japanese is Duolingo's fastest growing language - read up on our tips and take up the challenge! |
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Ainu culture
A beginner's guide to Hokkaido's indigenous people, and how to see and help preserve their culture
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Wise words from Rob Thomson on exploring Hokkaido's landscapes, whether you're a pro or no |
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Strolling through Hirosaki castle’s grounds with snow adorning the tree branches and floating in the sky?
SUGOI
Seeing Mt. Fuji in its full winter glory from as far away as Tokyo?
Absolutely SUGOI
A band of wild snow monkeys warming enjoying a long hot soak at Yunokawa Onsen?
It doesn't get more SUGOI than this!
You’ve got the gist of our word of the month...SUGOI means everything from 'wow!' to 'amazing!' to 'omg!' - now it's your turn to use it at home, while we find out what makes our friends in Japan do the same!
Here are a couple of things we learnt along the way:
1) Red miso is the dish of the day in Nagoya, with plenty for vegans, too 😋
2) October and November are the times to visit Shikoku for the yuzu citrus harvest 🍊
3) If you're worried about bears when hiking, bring a portable speaker and a podcast! 🔊
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from 'Nagoya Is Not Boring'
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with Connie Sceaphierde
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That’s it from us for this month!
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