11 Best Ryokan and Hotels with Onsen in Kanazawa

Published on 2022-07-08 by Sakura Mobile

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Kanazawa is located on the northern coast of central Japan and is the capital of Ishikawa Prefecture. Much of the old castle town, such as the samurai and geisha districts, ninja temples, and one of Japan’s most popular gardens are located in Kanazawa. If you want to experience traditional Japanese culture, we recommend going to Kanazawa.

That’s why we gathered 11 of the best Japanese ryokan and hotels with onsen in the Kanazawa area, perfect if you need a comfortable place to relax after a long day of exploring the traditional town. Watch the videos below to get a feel of the atmosphere of each ryokan before booking!
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11 Best Ryokan in Kyoto | Ryokan Near the Center of the City

Published on 2022-06-28 by Sakura Mobile

You might be thinking, “I’m taking a trip to Kyoto so I want to spend the night in a ryokan!”

The history of Kyoto’s ryokan is rich, some of which have been doing business for over 200 years (since the Edo Period of Japan).

If you are looking to experience “Japan” in the truest form of the word, you should definitely be looking to stay at a ryokan.

In this article, we will be introducing to you some of the best 11 ryokan in the Kyoto area, all in convenient locations for shopping and sightseeing.
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Kansai Airport: Japan SIM Card and Pocket WiFi Rental Options Compared (2022)

Published on 2022-06-24 by Sakura Mobile

With over 13 million passengers passing through Kansai Airport (KIX) on international flights in 2018, Osaka’s premier aviation hub has established its place as the gateway to Japan’s Kansai region, signaling a growing need to stay connected during your travels with pocket WiFi or a Japanese SIM card.

If your travel plans include visiting Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Nara, or any number of the other must-see destinations of western Japan, then it’s important to consider where and how you can get and stay online before embarking on your journey.

Keep reading to find out what Kansai Airport Pocket WiFi and Travel SIM card services are available, and which companies offer plans that meet your personal data needs.

13 Best Ryokan and Hotels with Onsen in Osaka

Published on 2022-06-20 by Sakura Mobile

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In this article, we have compiled a list of some of the best ryokan and hotels in and around Osaka. We will cover all sorts of lodges, from theme-park establishments to traditional Japanese ryokan.

Because pictures alone do not let you see all the smaller details, we will be breaking down videos of each hotel with timestamps and explanations.
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Atami Onsen Guide | A Seaside Resort near Tokyo

Published on 2022-06-13 by Sakura Mobile

Atami Onsen is located an hour away from Tokyo on the coast of the Izu peninsula. It is famous for keeping its traditional charms while reinventing itself in recent years and becoming a popular tourist destination by the sea.
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12 Best Natural Onsen in Tokyo | Spend a Day at a Super Sento

Published on 2022-06-13 by Sakura Mobile

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Are you looking to visit an onsen in Tokyo?

In this article, we will be introducing to you 12 of the best natural onsen (hot springs) in Tokyo.

Even though Tokyo has the image of being a big and bustling city, there are actually many places where you can enjoy a natural hot spring.
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15 Best Onsen near Tokyo | Great View and Traditional Experience

Published on 2022-06-13 by Sakura Mobile

I want to find a hot spring that I can go to on a day trip or weekend trip from Tokyo.
I want to know which hot springs are easily accessible from Tokyo by train or bus.
I want to go to an outdoor hot spring near Tokyo where I can enjoy a great view.

In this article, the Sakura Mobile Blog Team has selected 15 of the best hot spring spots near Tokyo.
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Free WiFi in Japan: Locations, Restrictions and Alternatives

Published on 2022-06-12 by Sakura Mobile

With the 2020 Tokyo Olympics on the horizon, hotspots offering free WiFi in Japan are becoming much easier to access.

Among notable changes, since 2015 Mount Fuji climbers can access free WiFi at the top of Japan’s most iconic mountain, and starting 2018, all Shinkansen bullet trains are slowly but surely getting equipped with free travel WiFi services for commuters in Japan.

Despite this renewed interest in making the city more appealing for tourists, it is still sometimes a challenge to find and connect to a free hotspot in Japan.

Keep reading to learn where you can find free WiFi hotspots in Japan, important points to consider when using them, and a reliable alternative to these sometimes risky, free Japan WiFi connections.

J:COM Internet Plans | Reviews, Prices, and How to Apply

Published on 2022-06-02 by Sakura Mobile

Have you just moved into a new apartment? And has your landlord just recommended internet services by J:COM (J:COM NET) to you?

If the apartment that you will move into or just moved into already has J:COM NET, you may be able to use the internet within a week of moving in, which is pretty fast compared to the average wait times from the big carriers.

On the other hand, there are some bad reviews about J:COM NET online. This article will provide an overview of J:COM’s internet service, its advantages and disadvantages, real reviews from Japanese people, and a comparison with other providers.
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English Guide to Y!mobile | Prices, Reviews, and How to Apply

Published on 2022-05-19 by Sakura Mobile

Y!mobile is a low-cost smartphone carrier from SoftBank that has been in operation since 2014. It was born from a merger between two phone carrier brands, eAccess, and Willcom.

You’ve probably seen one of Y!mobile’s 850+ stores throughout Japan, and some of you may be interested in their service. However, as the majority of their website is in Japanese, we decided to write this English guide.
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