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...
11th Annual Okinawa International Movie Festival 2019
Historical sites, local cuisine you can’t find in mainland Japan, Ryukyu traditional culture, beautiful beaches….And now! Once April arrives, the 11th annual Okinawa International...
2019 Cherry Blossom Forecast
And it’s out! While some early bird individual agencies have put out their predictions for when the cherry blossoms will bloom this year, on...
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...
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...
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 again...
Tokyo Illuminations 2018-2019: Top 5 Lightups for the Winter Season
Not exactly Christmas decorations, not quite a light show, the end of each year means Illumination season in Japan. In popular neighborhoods, parks and...
National Holidays in Japan 2019 and Travel Tips for the 10 Day Golden Week
How many of us have had this happen. You get into your destination city, and your first day out, you’re ready to make your...
The 10th Tokyo Ramen Show! (Oct.25-Nov.4)
Tokyo Ramen Show 2018 will be held from October 25 to November 4 at Komazawa Park. This year will mark the 10th anniversary of...
Summer Festival at Azabu-Juban and Original Named Tenugui(Aug. 25&26)
It’s now midst of hot summer! At the end of summer, in Azabu-Juban, near Roppongi, there is a Summer Festival! It is called ‘Noryo-Matsuri’...
Shonen JUMP x Tokyo Metro Stamp Rally 2! (Until Aug.31)
Tokyo Metro is holding “Shonen JUMP x Tokyo Metro Stamp Rally 2” to celebrate the 50th anniversary of ”Shonen JUMP” magazine, until August 31,...
Japanese Traditional Fans Exhibition and Sale
During `Japanese Traditional Fans Exhibition and Sale` at `Asa no Ha` store in Azabujuban / Roppongi, Tokyo, you can find also traditional round fans...
Japanese Traditional Fans Exhibition and Sale at Asa no Ha (Until End of Aug.)
The Tenugui (hand-dyed cotton textile) shop `Asa no Ha` at Azabu-Juban / Roppongi invites you to Summer Special event—Japanese traditional fans exhibition and sale!...
Summer Anime and Manga Events 2018!
For anyone interested in Japanese anime and manga culture, here are the top 5 anime and manga related events held every summer in Japan....
Fuji Rock, Summer Sonic, and other Summer Music Festivals
Many music festivals are held in Japan during the summer. Some of you may be visiting Japan to join the festival and to enjoy...
Jump(Jump Magazines) Festa by Shueisha
The annual festival of Jump magazines at Makuhari Messe. Since 1999, Jump Festa is held on the 3rd weekend of December every year. This...
December Events for Anime/Manga Fans!
It’s the month of Jump Festa and Comic Market also known as Comiket again! These two annual events are highly recommended for anime and...
3 Summer Events That Otakus Don’t Want to Miss!
Summer in Tokyo is really hot and humid. In spite of that, a mass of people (mostly otakus) gather from all parts of Japan...
Summer Sunflower Fields in Japan!
Seeing various seasonal flowers is a joy of being in a country with four seasons. Flower viewing in Japan is a popular activity among...
Autumn-leaf Viewing After Dark in Tokyo
Experience a whole new view of the autumn leaves at night. Autumn-leaf viewing is a popular autumn activity in Japan but not everyone knows...
Battledore Fair in Asakusa
An annual fair at Sensoji Temple, Asakusa, Tokyo. Every year, Hagoita-ichi or battledore fair takes place in Sensoji Temple in Asakusa for a few...
Autumn Chrysanthemum Festival
The chrysanthemum has been a familiar flower to Japanese as the symbol of the Imperial Family and a symbol of longevity and rejuvenation. The...