Glimpses of old Japan – Takayama really is something special
It can be harder than you think to capture a glimpse of ‘old Japan’, but Takayama really is something special.
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Interesting day trip ideas from our Lexis Kobe Campus:
7 lesser known Kobe attractions for a great day out
One of the attractions of Kobe is that there’s so much nearby – 20 minutes by train will transport you to the madness of downtown Osaka, while the historical temples of Kyoto are less than an hour away. But many Lexis students tell us that it’s the ‘lesser known’ attractions of Kobe that were the highlight of their stay. Here are some favourites that you really must check out!
OK, Instant Ramen fans…it’s time to pay homage to the great man who started it all
Too much study and not enough play? Insanely keen instant ramen gourmet? Ready for a quirky weekend activity? Don’t miss the Momofuku Ando Instant Ramen Museum.
The Arima Onsen experience (or) Ready to get naked with your classmates??
Is there anything more Japanese than relaxing in an onsen under the stars? Say what you will about studying in Japan, but there aren’t that many places where it’s perfectly acceptable to strip down in front of your classmates and share around a bottle of warm sake!