Activities International Networks and Making Things Happen Mike Kato Kokoro no Kintsugi 6 - How joining international groups and volunteering can help you build effective partnerships to make th...
Transportation Driving Dreams Mike Kato Kokoro no Kintsugi 5 - The launch party for the camping car depot that is closest to central Tokyo becomes a place where natu...
Shikoda Dragon Dance Ritual 2026 Elizabeth S Saikoin, a usually quiet Shingon Buddhist temple in Kashiwa City is the site of a centuries-old tradition to bring rain to th...
Culture Ueno and the Bell of Time Sleiman Azizi The Bell of Time in Ueno Park was once part of a series of bell towers located around old Edo to help keep time for the citiz...
11 Food PST Roppongi Michael B Chef Tamaki marries flawless technique with inspired recipes to deliver an unforgettable meal. With a fusion of Italian, Fren...
6 Culture Kamakurabori Artisans at Work Kim Bergström Kamakura in Kanagawa Prefecture is renowned for a special kind of lacquerware unique to the region called kamakurabori. Watch...
Culture Noda Tsukumai 2026 Elizabeth S In July, Noda City and other towns on the Tone River celebrate summer with a centuries-old nighttime tradition Calle day Tsuk...
Activities Sakura no Yama Park Elizabeth S Sakura no Yama Park located at the north end of Narita Airport’s main runway I see a popular plane watching spot. Combine a v...
Culture Nikkan Matsuri 2026 Sleiman Azizi The Nikkan Festival is held each year to celebrate Japanese and Korean cultures. Held in Hibiya Park, the festival lasts two ...
Culture Shiba Daijingu Daradara Matsuri 2026 Sleiman Azizi Held over 11 days in September, the Shiba Daijingu Daradara Matsuri is the longest running festival in Japan.