The Japanese cherry blossom, or sakura, has long been adored by people across the globe. It is regarded as a symbol of renewal, vitality, and beauty. During the spring season of each year, thousands travel to Japan to view the wondrous spectacle of... -

Tokyo events for Monday, January 27 to Sunday, February 2, 2020 Chinese New Year celebrations continue this week in Yokohama’s Chinatown with traditional performances. Also coming up is free admission day to the Museum of Moden Art, an improv... -

Recently launched Gaijin Gaming Brothers is a site that aims to provide English speakers in Japan with information about Super Smash Brothers events across the country. Gaijin Gaming Brothers (GGB for short) compiles information from several... -

This week, I felt deeply honoured when I received this beautifully written letter from the Managing Director and General Manager of the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo, Mr Yukio Kanao, thanking me for my most recent blog post. If you’re planning a trip to... -

Scenic lakes and historic castles ? that is the setting of the small Japanese town of Hikone. Situated on the shores of the nation?s largest lake, Lake Biwa, in the Shiga Prefecture, Hikone is steeped in natural beauty as well as historical... -

I have always liked to make up games, and thus it seemed natural to continue that sort of thing in Japan, where there can be a lot of waiting time.On my recent trip I began to notice images of the Japanese celebrities I see every time I travel to... -

???Otsuka Station in Tokyo is on the Yamanote Line one stop clockwise from Ikebukuro Station. Otsuka Station connects with the Toden Arakawa tram at Otsuka-ekimae stop - a short walk from either the north exit or south exit.The Midori no madoguchi... -

Like pretty much all the other mammals cohabiting planet Earth, the cheapo is hardwired at an animal level to find a mate and get jiggy. In this article, we hope to assist fellow cheapos living in or visiting Tokyo with some tips and pointers for... -

Known for its traditional Meiji-style hot springs and history of pottery, Yamashiro Onsen in Kaga, Ishikawa Prefecture has plenty to explore. |credit| The largest of the four towns that make up Kaga Onsen, Yamashiro has plenty to offer aside from... -

Renkon means lotus root in English, and is a great source of vitamins and minerals. They are deliciously crunchy, with a slightly sweet after taste – have a look in your local Asian grocery for them next time you’re out. If you can’t find... -