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Tokyo 2020 Olympics delayed until 2021 due to Coronavirus March 25, 2020In a joint statement, the organizers of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the Tokyo 2020 Olympics have announced that the ev ... 25-03-2020 21:20	Matcha Japanese Powdered Green Tea Giveaway (US only) (Close March Giveaway: Win premium matcha green tea powder from award-winning Japanese Green Tea Company. 3 lucky winners will be selected! READ: Matcha Ja ... 24-03-2020 21:51	Egg Wrapping Sushi Ideas - Sushi Ideas #6 This is a new video in the series sushi cooking ideas where I show interesting techniques that you can apply to your sushi making to make it stand out ... 21-03-2020 21:17	Coronavirus in Japan After five weeks in self-isolation, I feel sad because of what is happening in the world. Today we had 0 new cases in Tokyo and I went out for a long ... 21-03-2020 21:19
The 11 best castles to visit in Japan Japan is a land rife with history and relics of the past. In nearly every city and town, you will find landmarks, museums, and historic sites that dis ... 15-03-2020 21:19	Haneda Airport to Tokyo: Best ways to travel Haneda Airport â€“ at one time known as Tokyo International Airport â€“ is an important hub for international travelers. If you?re flying into Japan o ... 15-03-2020 21:19	Travel to Japan and the Coronavirus Questions about the coronavirus, and how Covid-19 is affecting Japan travel" At Boutique Japan, we have been monitoring the situation extremely closel ... 15-03-2020 21:40	Stop Saying “Gaijin” I recently looked for a new apartment in Japan. The first realtor I called stated flatly, ?We don?t do business with foreigners.? I was like, Ohh . . ... 11-03-2020 21:52
New Luxury Saphir Odoriko Express coming soon to JR East JR East has unveiled the new E261 Saphir Odoriko Express trains ahead of their official launch on March 14th 2020. The first-class-only train service ... 09-03-2020 21:19	Japan Rail Café: A place for train lovers in Tokyo Station Japan Rail Café?a one-stop shop for travelers?is now open at Tokyo Station, as of March 5, 2020. Visitors can enjoy food, drink, and the latest season ... 09-03-2020 21:19	Ryokans in Japan: Tradition & Luxury Staying at a ryokan ? an authentic Japanese-style inn ? is a great way to fully immerse yourself in traditional Japanese culture. But for non-Japan ... 06-03-2020 21:41	Travel to Japan: Coronavirus (Covid-19) Information Is Japan safe to visit despite the coronavirus" At Boutique Japan, we have been monitoring the situation extremely closely, and recently have been ans ... 05-03-2020 22:01
Cherry blossoms in Tokyo: Best spots and festivals Japan is world famous for its sakura, or cherry blossom, season. In early spring, thousands of trees across Japan burst forth in shades of red, pink, ... 02-03-2020 21:20	Sakura ? (Cherry Blossoms) ? A True Story by Don MacLaren In celebration of the cherry blossom season in Japan, hereâ€™s a slightly steamy true story about love, passion, feelings, and the transient nature of ... 02-03-2020 21:41	Cherry blossoms in Kyoto: Where to admire the Hanami The sakura cherry blossom season in Japan is on the bucket list of travelers the world over. For a few short weeks each spring, Japan?s cities and cou ... 02-03-2020 21:20	Coronavirus, Japan 2020 And then suddenly there was no toilet paper. I first knew things were heating up when the girls at Starbucks all started wearing face masks. It?s not ... 02-03-2020 21:57
Japan Coronavirus: Is it Safe to Visit Japan" Is Japan safe to visit despite the coronavirus" At Boutique Japan, we have been monitoring the situation extremely closely, and recently have been ans ... 01-03-2020 21:41	COVID-19: Live Updates ? What’s Closed and What’ Weâ€™re keeping track of whatâ€™s been closed or canceled in an effort to contain the spread of COVID-19 in Japan. This is an evolving situation, so c ... 29-02-2020 21:54	Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea Closed Until March 15 The operator for Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea has announced a temporary park closure for the next two weeks, spanning February 29 (Saturday) to Marc ... 28-02-2020 21:54	Sawara: A Trip Through Retro Chiba Located in the northeast of Narita City, a pocket of Japan best known for its airport, is where youâ€™ll find Sawara, an authentically traditional tow ... 27-02-2020 21:51
Go Wild at Okinawa’s Great Tug-of-War Itâ€™s big, itâ€™s crowded, and itâ€™s a great place to go crazy: itâ€™s Okinawaâ€™s most famous festival, the Great Tug-of-War. Held every October in ... 26-02-2020 21:56	Shuri Castle Is Still Open ? Here’s What to See Naha residents and tourists alike watched in horror and sadness as the cityâ€™s most beloved landmark, Shuri Castle, suffered a terrible fire in 2019. ... 26-02-2020 21:56	Tokyo Closet Ball: An Inclusive Drag Extravaganza Created by the charismatic Taylor Wanstallâ€”who performs under the stage name Tatianna Leeâ€”Tokyo Closet Ball has humble beginnings. It started in 2 ... 25-02-2020 21:56	7 Mistakes First-Timers to Japan Make If youâ€™re traveling to Japan for the first time, there are bound to be a few small hurdles or oversights along the way. Language barriers, transport ... 24-02-2020 21:56
Kawaguchiko station: Train travel guide The majestic Mount Fuji is a symbol of Japan. Each year, around 250,000 travelers from around the world visit the 3,776-meter mountain â€“ an average ... 24-02-2020 21:22	Tokyo Events This Week: Pop-up Tacos and Girls’ Day Tokyo events for Mon, Feb 24 to Sun, Mar 1, 2020 This week, enjoy free art exhibitions, a pop-up taco shop and a Girlsâ€™ Day river festival. Decade ... 23-02-2020 21:52	Trying out the Japan Wireless wifi box Recently Japan Wireless got in touch with me, and wondered if Iâ€™d like to try out their popular wifi box. Always looking for a deal, I thought Iâ€™d ... 23-02-2020 21:19	The 6 Best Day Trips from Tokyo During the Olympics Whether youâ€™re coincidently in town during the Olympics or coming over to cheer on your country, your visit during the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games is g ... 21-02-2020 21:52
Okinawa: How to Do the Sub-tropical Islands on a Budget â€œTraveling to Okinawa is expensive,â€ a Japanese friend once told me. â€œIf I wanted to go to the beach, I could go to a Southeast Asian country fo ... 19-02-2020 21:54	Shirakawago: Experience the Japanese Countryside Fairytale If youâ€™re looking for a getaway from the chaos of urban life, Shirakawago in Gifu Prefecture just might be the place for you. A World Heritage site ... 19-02-2020 21:54	Kanazawa’s Best Discount Passes Kanazawa is pretty great when it comes to transportation and sightseeing discount passes. The passes are designed for visitors to hit up some of the c ... 18-02-2020 21:51	Best time to visit Japan: Travel guide When is the best time to visit Japan" This is a question without a simple answer. Japan is a year-round destination, with interesting activities, attr ... 18-02-2020 21:20
Super Nintendo World in Japan’s Universal Studios Announced in 2015, Japan?s much-anticipated Super Nintendo World is currently under construction. It is estimated that the project will cost between $ ... 17-02-2020 21:21	Tokyo Events This Week: Lowbrow Art and Some no Komichi Fabr Tokyo events for Mon, Feb 17 to Sun, Feb 23, 2020 This week, enjoy art in many formsâ€”from lowbrow/pop-surrealism, to kimono fabric dyeing displaysâ€ ... 16-02-2020 21:51	9th Year Blog Anniversary & Giveaway (Closed) Just One Cookbook celebrates the 9th year blog anniversary with a big worldwide giveaway! Win attractive prizes, including Kitchen Aid 6 Qt mixer, pr ... 15-02-2020 21:51	Tasty Kale Chips Made in The Dehydrator How to make kale chips in a food dehydrator. ingredients: - 700g fresh kale - 100g Tahini - 50g nutritional yeast ... 14-02-2020 21:18
Try Famous Canadian Noodles at Yokohama’s Ramen Museum A ramen shop in Toronto, Canada received international acclaim back in fall 2018 when it was invited to open up shop in the world-famous Shin-Yokohama ... 13-02-2020 21:51	Most Popular Cashless Payment Options in Japan Electronic payment systems have mushroomed all around the globe in recent years. Ultra-modern Japan is, however, still lagging behind, but has made st ... 13-02-2020 21:51	Is it safe to travel to Japan" 2020 travel guide ... 12-02-2020 21:41	Is it safe to travel to Japan" ... 11-02-2020 21:21
Katayamazu Onsen: Water, Water Everywhere Perched on the corner of Lake Shibayama, Katayamazu Onsen in Ishikawa Prefecture is a modern town with traditional charm and some of the snazziest hot ... 10-02-2020 21:57	Guide to Valentine?s Day and White Day in Japan In the West, Valentine?s Day is well established as an opportunity to confess love to that one special person in your life and shower them with affect ... 10-02-2020 21:22	Yokohama’s Best Value Craft Beer Bars Thereâ€™s absolutely stacks to do in Yokohama. You can savor the tastes and smells of Japanâ€™s biggest Chinatown. Thereâ€™s both the Cup Noodle Museu ... 10-02-2020 21:57