Planning Tokyo's Hinohara Village Sleiman Azizi Far western Tama's Hinohara Village, mainland Tokyo's only official village with a population of just over 2000, is home to s...
Planning Tokyo's Okutama Town Sleiman Azizi Tokyo's westernmost municipality, Okutama Town's stunning backdrop of nature is home to an array of local shrines like Yukamo...
Shopping Pokémon Center Shibuya Serena Ogawa A new Pokemon Center has opened and offers a decidedly Shibuya feel on the usually bright and colorful shop.
Culture Kame Or Turtle Elena Lisina Turtles or ‘kame’ live in fresh water and can be often found in Japanese gardens. Kame has a special meaning and place in Jap...
Planning Tokyo's Mizuho Town Sleiman Azizi Mizuho Town features the idyllic Sayamaike Park with its three ponds and the ecologically friendly Mizuho Eco Park with a gia...
Culture Ushiku Daibutsu New Year Events 2026-2027 Lynda Hogan Overview of the New Year celebratory events held annually at the Ushiku Daibutsu (big buddha) in Ibaraki prefecture, close to...
Culture 4 Japanese Dining Etiquette Tips Nicholas Lloyd Avoid some of the common makes tourists make when dining out in Japan. From Osaka to Tokyo, these tips will help you to avoid...
Culture 4 Embarrassing Things To Avoid In Japan Nicholas Lloyd If being stared at by a large group of people because you made a mistake isn't your idea of a good time, then this article wi...
Planning Tokyo's Machida City Sleiman Azizi Machida City, one of Tokyo's largest cities, is home to the local but accessible Aihara Suwa Shrine, the hugely impressive po...
Planning Tokyo's Kunitachi City Sleiman Azizi A university town, Kunitachi City is known for its respect for nature. Daigakudori University Street is listed as one of Toky...
