???Takada Castle was built by Matsudaira Tadateru, Ieyasu\'s 7th son. According to the 2000 Taiga drama "Aoi Tokugawa," Tadateru was "an incorrigible ...
After visiting Shirakawa-go we went north all up the way until Fukui. It was my first time in Fukui prefecture. We decided to only visit Fukui City, i ...
Traditionally, this Japanese soup containing mochi rice cakes is made on New Year’s day and eaten on 3 consecutive days. There are 2 main var ...
This recipe is also called “tori nanbanâ€. You can order it at any soba restaurant in Japan (it’s very popular recipe). It is ...
You’re spoiled for choice if you’re looking for an international gig to head to in Japan over the next six months. From big-name stadiu ...
Off the coast of Niigata is a melting pot of cultures from around Japan called Sado Island. You can only get to the remote island by boat, but the rid ...
If you?re looking for an adrenaline boost, rafting and canyoning in Gunma is the way to go. Here?s what you can expect from a day at Canyons Minakami ...
Tokyo events for Monday, September 16 to Sunday, September 22, 2024. You’ll need to hop all over Tokyo this week to battle the FOMO. On the me ...
Akihabara is the otaku capital of Japan and is a great place to spend a few hours — whether you’re into anime or not. Between the crazi ...
The eSIM market has exploded in recent years. With so many options out there it can be hard to pick the best one for your trip to Japan. Fear not! We� ...
You can watch ninjas fight up close in the Shinjuku Ninja Live Show, a modern-day performance inspired by the traditions of Kabuki theater. Staged in ...
Tokyo events for Monday, September 9 to Sunday, September 15, 2024. Every corner of Tokyo is putting on a festival — from Kichij?ji to Shibuya ...
Tokyo is full of secrets. From luxury bars behind hidden doorways to underground cafés, some of the best spots are easily missed. You’ll uncov ...
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The time-honored way to pay homage to the wondrous autumn season in Japan (apart from snacking on fall-inspired sweets and treats) is to get outdoor ...
While Japan leads the world in accessible transportation and is quickly improving the accessibility of tourist sites, one area that remains a challeng ...
Summer is officially over. The first autumn forecast for Tokyo has been announced — December 1 for red leaves and November 26 for yellow. K?y? ...
K?y? (or fall-foliage viewing) is a great excuse to get outdoors. Similar to cherry-blossom season, people celebrate the autumn leaves in Japan by pi ...
Tokyo events for Monday, September 2 to Sunday, September 8, 2024. Hopefully, this week is a little drier than last. September is a go and while the i ...
The options for seeing Tokyo are varied — from busy trains to taxis, and of course cheapo-friendly feet. But what if you want something differe ...
We recently asked readers what their biggest fears were about visiting Japan, and the results are in. Japan welcomed a record-breaking 3 million inter ...
The Nintendo Museum’s opening date has finally been announced and Nintendo fans worldwide are getting hyped. And with good reason: This secret ...
Japan?s digital nomad visa is a hot topic among remote workers looking to come to the country. But is it all it?s cracked up to be" We take a look at ...
Tokyo events for Monday, August 26 to Sunday, September 1, 2024. This week is your last chance to catch many ongoing events in Japan, including exhibi ...
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Summer festivals may be drawing to a close, but the autumnal equinox means there are plenty of events to check out in September. The — hopeful ...
The heat of summer isn’t quite over yet, and there are plenty of festivals across Japan to carry on the holiday feeling. Here’s a taste ...
