Summer is one of the best times to visit Japan. During this season, Japanese summer festivals (Matsuri) are held all over the country, offering a wonderful opportunity to experience local culture.If you stay with a Japanese host family, you may even have the chance to attend a festival together and enjoy Japan like a local. […]

If you’re planning to study in Japan, one of the first places you’ll probably visit is a Japanese convenience store, or as locals call it, a “konbini.”Unlike convenience stores in many other countries, Japanese konbini are clean, safe, open 24 hours a day, and offer an amazing variety of products and services. They quickly become

When people think of Japan, they often picture beautiful temples, delicious food, advanced technology, and rich traditions. However, one of the most distinctive aspects of Japanese culture is its attention to detail. At Sumire Homestay in Japan, we believe experiencing this value firsthand is one of the most rewarding parts of studying in Japan. What

When people think about Japan, they often imagine cherry blossoms, temples, anime, or technology.But once you visit, you quickly realize something else:Japan is one of the best food destinations in the world.From Michelin-star restaurants to small local ramen shops, Japanese food culture is known for freshness, quality, and hospitality. Home to World-Class Restaurants Japan has