FeaturedFoodKantoShopping Enjoying the Sweet Side of Christmas in Japan It is Christmas season all around the world — and also in Japan! Even though Japan is not traditionally a…Claudia MitsuboriDecember 12, 2024
FoodKanto The Best Spots for Your Halloween Treats in Tokyo When thinking about Halloween in Japan, the first thing that comes to mind is usually the colorful and sometimes spooky…Claudia MitsuboriOctober 10, 2024
CultureEvents Puroresu: A Look into Japan’s Pro Wrestling Scene If you look at Japan, the most popular sport in the country is baseball, and then depending on the poll,…Claudia MitsuboriJune 20, 2024
CultureFoodShopping Welcome to the World of Japanese Cheesecake A brief history of Japanese cheesecake, including its various types, recommended locations to enjoy it in Japan, and instructions for…Claudia MitsuboriJune 10, 2024
Things to Know Ajisai: How You Can Enjoy The Hydrangea Season in Japan Our guide reveals the best places to see ajisai blooms, plus unique souvenirs and cafes to visit along the way…Claudia MitsuboriJune 3, 2024
ActivitiesKantoPop Culture Sailor Moon Museum: Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of One of Japan’s Most Popular Manga Series Sailor Moon celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2022 with the Sailor Moon Museum held at the Roppongi Museum in Tokyo,…Claudia MitsuboriDecember 9, 2022
ShikokuShoppingSightseeing Ozu City: Spend an Autumn Getaway in Ehime Prefecture Japan's smallest main island, Shikoku, is usually not one of the main destinations for international tourists visiting Japan. Many follow…Claudia MitsuboriMay 11, 2022
ActivitiesChugokuCultureSponsored Discover Iwami Kagura, the Traditional Shinto Dance in Western Shimane Prefecture Japan is a country rich in culture and rituals that change with every new region. This makes traveling through the…Claudia MitsuboriFebruary 22, 2022
ActivitiesChugokuSightseeingSponsored What to Do in Iwami: Discovering the Region in Depth Shimane Prefecture is rarely on the radar for foreign travelers. When it does, it usually conjures up images of the…Claudia MitsuboriFebruary 22, 2022
SightseeingThings to Know Great Day Trips from Tokyo with the JR Tokyo Wide Pass There is a lot to discover in the Kanto region around Japan's capital Tokyo, and it can be hard to…Claudia MitsuboriDecember 14, 2021
KantoSightseeingThings to Know Discover the Kanto Region with the JR Tokyo Wide Pass When you travel a lot by train in Japan, it can get quite expensive, especially if you want to use…Claudia MitsuboriSeptember 3, 2021
Pop CultureThings to Know PokeFuta: Explore Japan through Pokémon Manholes Japan is the country of origin of Pokémon and has been part of Japanese culture for me since I was…Claudia MitsuboriAugust 10, 2021
Things to Know Guide to Japanese Yen: What Is It, How to Pay, and Where to Exchange in Japan? Here's our guide on how to use Japanese yen, where to exchange your foreign currency, and how to use the…Claudia MitsuboriApril 23, 2021
FoodThings to Know How to Make the Fluffy Japanese Pancakes? When you are strolling around in Japan and are looking for cafés for a break, you usually can't avoid stumbling…Claudia MitsuboriApril 9, 2021
ActivitiesKanto Small Worlds Tokyo: Dive into the Fabulous World of Miniatures Traveling in Japan allows you to immerse yourself in a wide variety of worlds, whether in the traditional or modern…Claudia MitsuboriApril 1, 2021
EventsKantoThings to Know Experience the Early Cherry Blossoms in Kanagawa Prefecture Who doesn't dream of going for a walk under the cherry blossoms in Japan and having a picnic with friends…Claudia MitsuboriFebruary 16, 2021
ActivitiesKansaiPop Culture Super Nintendo World: The Latest Attraction at Universal Studios Japan Universal Studios Japan in Osaka is one of Japan's most popular theme parks next to the Tokyo Disney Resort. Since…Claudia MitsuboriFebruary 5, 2021
KansaiSightseeing Arima Onsen: One of the Oldest Hot Spring Resorts in Japan Not far from Kobe City in Hyogo prefecture, is the onsen resort of Arima Onsen (有馬温泉). With a history dating…Claudia MitsuboriNovember 28, 2020