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June 2019 Weather: 7-day Forecast for Tokyo and Japan (And What to Wear for the Season!)

Tokyo Station Winter

Tokyo officially entered its rainy season on June 7! Showers are expected later this week, but not every day will be seeing rain. Read on as we cover this week's forecast and more!

Strolling through Japanese Culture: 10 Must-Visit Shrines in Tokyo This Year

Asakusa Shrines
Enjoy the Vista of the Snow-covered Mountains at Sounkyo from the Kurodake Ropeway!

Furano / Biei / Sounkyo Landscapes
Dining, entertainment and more! A close look at the New Chitose Airport Terminal Building (Part 2 - Facilities)

Sapporo / Chitose Gift Shops
What's Shibuya in Tokyo like? Best spots for sights, sounds, and shopping!

Shibuya Downtown
The Japan Coffee Addict’s Map: Tokyo’s Top 10 Coffee Shops

Asakusa Other Cafes and Sweets
Tokyo Day Trips: 10 Spots to Explore Just 1 to 2 Hours Away from Tokyo!

Mt. Fuji Forests & Mountains

Add Some Zen (And Kawaii) To Your Life With These 10 Items From Japan!

Ikebukuro Household Goods Stores

Tokyu Hands is the place to go for made in Japan products that add just the right touch to your home and everyday lifestyle. Tokyu Hands is a DIY home improvement retailer located near hub train stations like Shibuya and Shinjuku in Tokyo. There are even a few overseas locations as well. Each floor is chartered by genre and as you explore you can’t help but get excited as your eyes dart from item to item. Tokyu Hands’ motto is “hints for everyday living,” and the items found at the store add a bit a joy to your daily routine while being practical and functional. Let’s take a look at 10 items found at Tokyo Hands that are sure to find their way into your suitcase as souvenirs.

Tokyo, Whoa! Travelers Share 21 Shocking And Surprising Things About Visiting Japan
Ramen the Japanese Rave About: 3 Must-visit shops in Hokkaido's Asahikawa

Asahikawa Ramen
Born in the West, Raised in Asakusa: 3 Long-Established Restaurants Loved by Locals!

Ueno Western-style Food
Only in Japan?! Get a Delicious Hot Sandwich While You Get Your Laundry Done!

Ningyocho / Monzen-Nakacho / Kasai Other Cafes and Sweets
Rilakkuma comes to cafe plates in Tokyo and Kyoto! Check out what's now trending in Japan!

Other Cafes and Sweets
Local-recommended! Must-see cafes & shops when sightseeing in Sapporo

Sapporo / Chitose Other Cafes and Sweets

Inside Japan's Maid Cafés: Our Unique Experience at Classic Maid Café Mai:lish! (Video)

Akihabara Other Cafes and Sweets

Come join Live Japan with me as we visit Café Mai:lish, a small and homely maid café located on the outskirts of Akihabara, about 8 minutes from JR Akihabara Station and 3 minutes from Suehirocho Station.

[MOVIE] Sightseeing Taxi: Tour Tokyo the Easy Way!

Odaiba Adventure Activities
Checking Out Tokyo's Samurai Museum: Get to Know the Spirit of Japan’s Ancient Warriors

Shinjuku Other Museums
[MOVIE] Navigating Virtual Airspace with Skyart JAPAN

Shinagawa Adventure Activities
[MOVIE] DRUM TAO’S MANGEKYO – a Kaleidoscope of Taiko Drums

Shinagawa Shows
(Video) OFF-KAi!!: An Akihabara Hair Salon for Anime Fans

Akihabara Other Health and Beauty
Stringraphy at Studio EVE: A Striking and Unique Musical Experience

Shibuya Other Contemporary Arts

Kamakura Hotels: 3 Comfortable Guest Houses for Every Budget!

Kamakura Youth Hostels

Kamakura and its Giant Buddha and scenic traditional townscape is a popular sightseeing spot with convenient, quick access from Tokyo. It makes for an excellent day trip, but if you really want to discover everything that Kamakura has to offer, you’ll have to stay the night. What might put a lot of people off as unnecessarily expensive at first can actually be a reasonable, fun way to enhance your trip! We found Kamakura’s 3 best little-known guest houses that are fit for every budget.

Hot Springs, Mount Fuji Views & More: 14 Reasons Why You Should Visit Hakone!

Hakone / Odawara Rivers, Lakes & Canyons
These Photos Say It All! 5 Stylish Cafes in Miura Peninsula and Hayama

Kanagawa Suburbs
Tokyo Day Trip: Enjoying Great-Tasting Foods in Hayama, Miura, and Yokosuka With Keikyu's Discount Train Passes!

Kanagawa Suburbs Multicultural Towns
Akiba Guide: What's There to See, Buy, and Do in Tokyo's Akihabara? Top Hotspots You Don't Want to Miss!

Akihabara
Yokohama Guide: Stunning Night Views & More! 6 Essential Attractions of Yokohama

Yokohama Downtown
Complete Sapporo New Chitose Airport Guide: Dining, Souvenir Shopping, Entertainment and more!

Sapporo / Chitose Sushi

Ushiku Daibutsu Guide: Visiting The World's Tallest Buddha in Ibaraki

Ibaraki Suburbs Landmarks

In the world of Japanese architecture, attention and praise is most often given to those with the longest history; and understandably so. Buildings such as Horyu-ji; the oldest wooden structure in the world, and Kinkaku-ji; the stunning golden temple of Kyoto, are just as much works of art as they are functional spaces. Though often overlooked by visitors and native Japanese alike, a more modern architectural marvel, the Ushiku Daibutsu in Ibaraki, is the Guinness Book world record holder for the tallest bronze Buddha statue in the world. At 120 meters high, it is three times taller than the Statue of Liberty, and ranked as the fourth tallest statue in the world. For those wanting to add something both incredible and off the beaten path to their Japan itinerary, give the Ushiku Daibutsu a closer look.

Visiting Tokyo's Toyosu Market: 6 Recommended Spots for Souvenirs & Gourmet Takeout!

Odaiba Sushi
Japan's Fascination with 'Naval' Curry! Top 3 Must-try Shops for Yokosuka Curry

Kanagawa Suburbs Curry
Ueno Tokyo Guide: Mastering the Fine Art of Exiting JR Ueno Station to See the Sights

Ueno
The World of Wagyu Steak: Essential Guide to Japanese Beef

Tokyo Station Other Japanese Food
Having Tattoos in Japan: Is ink in Japan really such a big deal for visitors?

Tokyo Station
Shibuya VS Shinjuku: Which One Would Foreigners Recommend to Their Friends Back Home?

Shibuya

Guide to Japanese Cooking Terms: Vocabulary related to all sorts of cooking - from aburi to nama!

Tokyo Station

Washoku [Japanese food] is registered as a UNESCO intangible cultural property, and is a Japanese cuisine that attracts attention from around the world. Whether you're on a trip, or at a place meeting with colleagues or friends, there are plenty of opportunities for eating. For that reason we have selected some basic Japanese vocabulary that is commonly used for Japanese cuisine and at eating establishments. We will introduce useful words that you should know, such as for seasonal foods, cooking methods, and sushi shop terminology.