Culture Discover Shiga Prefecture: Events at COCOSHIGA in Tokyo Ryan Noble Explore the delicacies and crafts of Shiga Prefecture without ever leaving Tokyo. Visit COCOSHIGA for Shiga-made products and...
Food A Taste of Shiga at COCOSHIGA Tom Roseveare COCOSHIGA offers a literal taste of Shiga, thanks to its souvenir and craft store, sake tasting bar and Omi beef sukiyaki res...
Culture Overtourism in Japan: How Bad Is It? Ryan Noble Overtourism in Japan—how bad is it? What are the effects? What can you do to lessen the effects, and where should you go inst...
Food Yakiniku Inoue Ginza Tom Roseveare In the heart of Ginza, Yakiniku Inoue invites guests to savor some of Tokyo’s finest Japanese Wagyu beef in ways both familia...
Nightlife VIDEO GAME PROM 2026 Ryan Noble Power up your nostalgia and party like it’s 1999—Video Game Prom is here! Buy your tickets for the ultimate party for gamers,...
Culture Sagamihara Yosakoi RANBU! 2026 Kim Bergström Every autumn, Sagamihara City celebrates the Yosakoi RANBU!, a dynamic festival that has become a seasonal highlight in Minam...
Culture Ark Hills Autumn Festival 2026 Kim Bergström If you're looking for a fun way to celebrate all things fall in Tokyo, head to the ARK Hills Autumn Festival. The event blend...
Activities Explore Kujukuri, Chiba and Beyond Veronica Carnevale Sharing a lengthy eastern coastline with the Pacific Ocean, Chiba Prefecture is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and cultural ...
Activities PokéPark Kanto Set to Open in Spring 2026 Kim Bergström Some big news for Pokémon fans around the world: PokéPark Kanto, the first ever permanent Pokémon-themed park, is officially ...
Activities GiGO Chofu Kim Bergström Travelers eager to experience Japan’s famous arcade scene have a brand-new hotspot to explore. GiGO Chofu, which opened on Ju...
