Although the annual production of Japanese films scales new heights (408 in 2010, rising to 615 in 2014), unfortunately the quality of Japanese cinema ...
To check train times and routes in Japan, use the excellent Hyperdia website, which makes getting around Japan’s rail network simple. Japan Rai ...
??As the number of foreign tourists increases in Kyoto, quite a few residents of the ancient capital are developing their traditional machiya properti ...
January 7 is the day of the Nanakusa or Seven Herb Festival. This day, many Japanese eat rice gruel (kayu) that contains the seven medicinal herbs of ...
If you’re traveling between Tokyo and Osaka, or Tokyo and Kyoto, then the T?kaid? Shinkansen is easily the most convenient option. Here’ ...
May is certainly busy in Japan, with a whole flurry of festivals just in the first week! Wherever you are, you’ll find something to see � ...
I just spent a delightful weekend making all kinds of stylish sushi from Yuki Gomi‘s popular cookbook, “Sushi at Home: The Beginners Guide ...
Tokyo events for Monday, April 29 to Sunday, May 5, 2024. While many Tokyo residents will escape the city this week — due to the Golden Week ho ...
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Spring is coming to a close, so best to make use of the pleasant weather in May before it begins to get uncomfortably humid in June. We’ve roun ...
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The Hokkaid? Shinkansen is short — it only has four stations when you disconnect it from the T?hoku Shinkansen. But what makes it special" And ...
Tokyo is a great place to get a filling meal for ¥1,000 or less. But stretching the purse strings to ¥5,000 opens up a whole new world of flavor ...
Tokyo events for Monday, April 22 to Sunday, April 28, 2024 This weekend kicks off the start of Golden Week and many food and cultural events will com ...
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Tokyo events for Monday, April 1 to Sunday, April 7, 2024. Cherry blossoms are making fools of us all this April as the forecast has once again been d ...
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Tokyo events for Monday, April 8 to Sunday, April 14, 2024. Spring is in full motion and that means flower festivals have taken over Tokyo and beyond. ...
Tokyo events for Monday, April 15 to Sunday, April 21, 2024. Spring festivals are on the calendar, along with expos celebrating your favorite alcoholi ...
Cherry blossoms look great against a blue sky, but don’t let nightfall stop you. Japan has a long tradition of appreciating the blossoms when t ...
Harakado is a shiny new complex in the center of Harajuku, which blends shopping with relaxation. From rooftop bars to public baths, art spaces, and m ...
While the cherry blossom may be Japan’s most famous spring flower, it is by no means the only one. In fact, you might find that you prefer the ...
Early spring is the best time to be in Tokyo — you can take advantage of all the events and festivals dedicated to spring flowers, among other ...
One important thing to know about cherry blossoms is that there are several kinds. According to the official forecasts, cherry blossom season is quite ...
