Discover hidden Japan with YouTuber John Daub in Fukushima and Aomori!

From exploring Japan’s Hawaiian resort and witnessing a retro train cross the infamous Tadami River Bridge in all of its winter glory in Fukushima, to devouring world-class Japanese wagyu beef and ginger miso hot pot in Aomori, YouTuber John Daub Continue Reading

Experience the thrill of Hirosaki’s Neputa Festival from anywhere around the world on February 6 at 2PM (JST)! (Aomori Prefecture)

Every summer, over 80 illuminated, fan-shaped floats parade through the old castle town of Hirosaki in Aomori Prefecture for the Neputa Festival. The epic images of warriors on the floats (handmade by locals) come to life with the enchanting melodies Continue Reading

Here is everything you need to know about the JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area)

If you are a non-Japanese passport holder (regardless of visa status), you can purchase the JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area) to unlock five consecutive days of unlimited travel across northeastern Japan. For a flat fee of 20,000 yen (10,000 yen Continue Reading

Apply to join JI Core 50 member and popular YouTuber John Daub on a special train ride to Tohoku on April 3rd!

East Japan Railway Company (JR East) recently launched a new campaign that aims to bring more people to Tohoku, and help support the region’s revitalization after the Great East Japan Earthquake devastated the area in 2011 (almost 10 years ago). Continue Reading