Activities Hydrangea Walk at Showa Kinen Park 2026 Kim Bergström From early June to early July, Tokyo's Showa Kinen Park transforms into a lush, rainy season paradise for its annual Hydrange...
Culture Suica 2026 and Beyond: What’s New and What’s Cool Joanna Ligon JR East’s long-term vision transforms Suica from a commuter tool into a digital gateway to modern living.
Activities Mt. Fuji Hike 2025: New Safety Rules & Registration Guide Joanna Ligon Shizuoka Prefecture introduces new climbing regulations in 2025 for the Fujinomiya, Gotemba, and Subashiri trails during the ...
Culture Kishu Odori Bundara Bushi 2026 Kim Bergström If you're traveling through Japan in the summer and looking to experience a longstanding local tradition, the Kishu Odori Bun...
Activities Mikaeri Falls Hydrangea Festival 2026 Kim Bergström Every June, Mikaeri Falls in Saga Prefecture transforms into a lush landscape of color for their annual Hydrangea Festival. S...
Culture 1.2 Million Lily of The Valley Festival 2026 Kim Bergström From late May until late June, Fujimi Panorama Resort in Nagano Prefecture will host the annual 1.2 Million Lily of the Valle...
Culture Tennoz Canal Festival 2026 Kim Bergström The Tennoz Canal Festival will return to Tokyo’s waterfront this May, offering three days of art, food, and cultural events a...
Culture I’m Donut?: Japan’s Viral Donut Sensation Kim Bergström Since its debut in 2022, I'm donut? has attracted long lines, sparked a cult following, and become a must-visit stop for food...
Food Japan's Top Steak Restaurants for 2025 Kim Bergström When people think of Japanese cuisine, sushi and sashimi often steal the spotlight, but Japan’s mastery of meat is just as ex...
Planning Hokkaido Named on Top Wine Destinations List Kim Bergström Among well-known wine producing regions like California and Australia's Clare Valley, Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido has...
