Culture Tokyo and Niigata: Modern Vs. Traditional Veronica Carnevale In Tokyo, discover activities that integrate state-of-the-art technology and pop culture, and then, move to Niigata where you...
Culture 5 Floating Torii Destinations in Japan Kim Bergström Japan is home to a myriad of shrines in all corners of the country, and they're marked by torii gates at their entrance. At s...
Activities Autumn Leaves Forecast for 2023 Kim Bergström The Japan Meteorological Corporation (JMC) releases projections of when autumn leaves should be at their best each year, and ...
Shopping Bay Walk Market 2026 Kim Bergström Designed as an event where you can shop and enjoy a stroll beside the water, the Bay Walk Market takes place around the water...
Food Refreshing Shaved Ice Spots in Shinagawa Japan Travel On a hot summer’s day in Japan, nothing is quite as satisfying as a chilled bowl of kakigori, or shaved ice. Shinagawa serves...
Culture Chikugo River Fireworks Festival 2026 Kim Bergström With origins dating back to the year 1650, the Chiguko River Fireworks Festival is a world-class event billed as the largest ...
Culture Water and World Festa 2026 Kim Bergström Inspired in part by songkran festivals in South-East Asia, the Water and World Festa at Keyaki Hiroba offers a perfect way to...
Culture Hato Festival 2026 Kim Bergström Held every year on the 27th and 28th of July, the Hato Festival in Tottori's Kotoura Town has a history spanning more than 70...
Transportation Toei Subway Takes a Child-friendly Approach Kim Bergström The Toei Subway is doing their part to help alleviate some of the overwhelm that comes with traveling with small children, wi...
Food Yamagata: Food Guide Farah Bassyouni Yamagata is called the “Food Kingdom” of Japan, and for good reason. If you’re looking for warm, wholesome dishes that feel l...
