There are times in life when past relationships weigh us down. For whatever reason, we just can’t seem to move forward and grow away...
What kind of snacks do Japanese people usually like to eat?
When it comes to what kind of souvenirs to bring back to Japan, it is easy to think of things like White Lovers chocolate...
The world’s second “Harry Potter Studio Tour” opening in Tokyo in 2023! Formerly known as Toyoshima-en Park
Next year will be the 20th anniversary of the release of the Harry Potter film series: Harry Potter: The Sorcerer’s Stone. Are you a...
ahamo, povo, linemo: When do they start? What are the features? Read before Apply
The online-only plans of the three major companies (DOCOMO, KDDI/AU, and SOFTBANK), “ahamo,” “povo,” and “linemo,” will begin accepting applications sequentially from the middle...
What is the green leaf you often see in Japanese sushi and bento?
If you have paid attention to Japanese food, you may find a very interesting thing: in sushi and Japanese bento (such as ekiben, the...
Post Card: Demon Slayer(Kimetsu no Yaiba) the Movie: Mugen Train On Sale
Demon Slayer(Kimetsu no Yaiba) the Movie: Mugen Train was released on October 16 in Japan. The other day, I watched it and it was...
JR EAST Welcome Rail Pass 2020 on Sale! Available on non-Japanese passport
The “JR EAST Welcome Rail Pass 2020”, a rail pass originally planned to be on sale exclusively for the Tokyo Olympics from July to...
Telework Series: Making a Home Office in a Tokyo One-Room Apartment
For those of us who have been Work From Home for a good while, you know all too well how easy it is for...
Travel (Online!) To Hitachi, Japan With Endless Fields of Blue Flowers
With the current pandemic keeping us inside, it’s not just a matter of not being able to travel abroad. Many of us are feeling...
Tenki no Ko: Weathering With You is the New Hit From Director of ‘Your Name’
Debuting in 2016, Kimi no Na Wa (given the English title, Your Name) not only became the film of dreams for teens in Japan, it proved to...
Get Ready for Valentines! 6 Places to Buy Valentines Chocolate in Tokyo
Who doesn’ t love good chocolate? And we’ve arrived at Valentines, the perfect chance to buy something sweet for yourself or share with others....
The Access Narita: a LCC highway bus service to and from Narita Airport
Bus services to and from Narita Airport are becoming popular among locals and foreign tourists with the emergence of the budget bus services. The...
My Mizu: An App for Finding Public Drinking Water
Japan is one of the largest consumers of plastic in the world, coming in second only behind the United States, which mind you, has...
Veganism is a Japanese Tradition Too! Shoujin Ryouri
A promise to make no use of animal products as a rejection of causing harm to other living things. Well, that’s how many people...
Three Underrated Spring Destinations in Japan
Spring is in the air! Most literally. For those who have seasonal allergies, you might be all too familiar with Japan’s infamous hayfever (known...
Artist Feature: Yuni Yoshida, Photographer and Designer At Marunouchi House until May 19th!
Japan’s art scene is known for having close ties with the design world. Several fine art photographers can also be found working alongside top...
How to Enjoy Valentine’s Day in Japan if You’re Single
So anywhere that Valentine’s Day is celebrated, it can be a little disheartening to see everyone paired off and snuggling up to celebrate the...
Resident Evil 2 Cafe Collaboration in Akihabara through February 2019
The wildly popular game, Resident Evil 2 is coming alive in cafe form! Capcom has done these collaborations before, but this time, to commemorate its...
Valentines at Starbucks Japan! Custom-Mania Your Drink With These Fun Options
For January and February, Starbucks Japan is trying something new with its seasonal specials. It’s newest promotion, Custom-Mania allows you to choose from three...
6 Easy Ways to Reduce Your Travel Footprint in Japan
For those trying to think about the effect of their lifestyle on the environment, traveling responsibly can be difficult, especially if you don’t speak...
Ichigo Daifuku! Strawberry Season in Japan Brings this Classic Mochi Dessert
Beginning with Christmas Cake in December, winter is the ultimate strawberry season in Japan. Before Valentine’s Day rolls around, supermarkets will be filled with...
The Secret Behind The Cherry Blossom: Blooms and Berries
In the fall every year, the sakura tree forms its little green buds, which recede into brown in the winter before emerging...
5 Money Saving Tips that Locals Love in Japan
At the onset of a vacation, it might be fun to indulge at fancy restaurants and on little shopping splurges. But after a few...
2019: The Year of the Pig in Japan
It’s 2019! Happy New Year! First, we’d like to say thank you to all our followers who have read our articles throughout 2018, and...
Tokyo Tomari: Sawanoya Ryokan, a Taste of Old Tokyo
The neighborhoods that still retain the feeling of old Tokyo are ever dwindling. Many buildings were destroyed during WWII, and commercial development is little...
Starbucks Limited Edition Christmas Tree Frappuccino! Pistachio Cream and Raspberry Sauce
And the holiday madness continues with yet another seasonal creation debuting at Starbucks. Made available for sale from December 5th, the Pistachio Christmas Tree...
The Ultimate Guide to the Japan Rail Pass: From Plan to Purchase
No doubt, while on vacation in Japan, transportation can be one of the largest (and perhaps unexpectedly expensive) expenses. Train systems across the country...
Starbucks Winter Wonderland: White Chocolate Snow Frappuccino
Starbucks is rolling out the specialty drinks like clockwork this holiday season. Recently, the Get Around staff went out to try the current seasonal...
Book Lovers 1 Day Tokyo Itinerary
For some people, clubbing or going out might be the highlight of a vacation, but hey, introverts love to travel too! There are a...
Quick Tips for Train Manners in Japan
You’ve likely seen pictures of video or the trains in Tokyo stuffed past capacity, office workers nearly spilling out of the doors during the...