A Shrine For Breakups? Cutting Ties at an Engiri Jinja in Japan
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 from the people we need to.…
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 Harry Potter fan? Have you ever…
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 million ways to enjoy being in…
A Brief Introduction to Aogashima – A Tiny Island of Tokyo
One of the best things in life is the opportunity to get to know the world, to see something new and surprising in every place we go. Now we will…
Basic Guide to Hot Spring “Onsen” in Japan
Japan has thousands of natural hot springs and resort towns that surround them. Going to an “onsen,” hot springs in Japanese, is part of Japanese culture; staying at an osen…
“Osaka Nightclub Pass” for Club Hopping in Osaka
If you are you interested in clubbing in Osaka, we have good news for you! A travel agent, JTB West Corp., will be selling a nightclub pass for foreign tourists…
Night Lighting of Weeping Cherry Tree in Rikugien Gardens
The famous weeping cherry tree and feudal lord’s garden at Rikugien will be lit up from March 16 until April 2. During the night lighting period, the park’s opening hours…
Hidaka Kinchakuda Spider Lily Festival (Sep.17-Oct.2)
Spider lilies in Japanese is “彼岸花” (Higanbana) or “曼珠沙華” (Manjushage). There are many saying about how to interpret the name. One of the most commonly known sayings is that as…
Kamogawa Delta in Kyoto
Kamogawa Delta(Kamo River Delta) is a delta in Kamo River(鴨川). It is also known as the start of Kamo River, which is known as the main river in Kyoto. Kamogawa…
International Museum Day! A List of Museums Open for Free on May 18
Since 1977, International Museum Day is organised worldwide around May 18. This year in Japan, around 280 museums and galleries are holding events, guided tours, and other activities to celebrate…
Samurai Museum Opens in Kabukicho Shinjuku
Tonboya Co., Ltd. has launched a museum Samurai Museum in Kabukicho Shinjuku, Tokyo on September 20th. In the museum, real armor, swords, and other panoply are exhibited in five separate…
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 both locals and foreign visitors. From…
The Snow Wall Walk in Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route!
The Snow Wall is now open for visitors One of the most popular tourist sites (especially among Asian tourists), the Snow Wall on Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route has opened for…
Going to be in Japan in Spring? Plan Your Hanami Date and Place.
Viewing the cherry blossoms (sakura) in full bloom is one of the main attractions for the visitors to Japan in spring. Groves of cherry trees in full blossom indeed create…
Get the “Fast Skytree Ticket” to go up the TOKYO SKYTREE
Tokyo Skytree now offers “Fast Skytree Ticket” for international visitors! Although the prices are higher than Day Ticket (no time assigned) and Advance Purchase Ticket (day/time assigned), the Fast Skytree…
Nakano: A Brief Guide to the Town
People call Nakano in Tokyo as “the town of subculture” in Japan. In recent years, more and more foreign tourists visit Nakano hunting for items related manga, anime, and games.…
“Antenna Shops” in Tokyo: Buy Regional Products from All Parts of Japan
Nearly 30 prefectures have their own shops in Ginza/Yurakucho area in Tokyo selling their local products and specialties. These shops are called “antenna shops.” Local governments and organizations aim to…
Edo-Tokyo Open-air Architectural Museum
Experience the old Japanese way of living through the architectures. Edo-Tokyo Open-air Architectural Museum was established by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government as part of the Edo-Tokyo Museum in 1993. The…
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 Chrysanthemum Festival is held annually in…