Japan

Tokyo Ikebukuro｜Ikebukuro Station Area Map & Sightseeing Information
Shinjuku Mylord’s New Food Court: Checking Out Amazing, Insta-Worthy Dishes with a Korean Taste Tester and Trend Checker!
Visiting Hokkaido in Spring/Summer 2019: The Ultimate Guide to Hokkaido Weather and the Clothes You Need!
Secrets of Shopping in Japan: When is the Best Time to Shop? Full Guide to Seasonal Sales in Japan!
10 Major Cities in Japan: Which One Should You Visit?

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

Tokyo Station Summer

Typhoon Danas has been pounding Kyushu and western Japan with heavy rains over the past several days. The rest of Japan has been seeing cooler and wetter weather as well, though things look to brighten up from Tuesday onward. Read on as we cover this week's forecast and more!

11 Incredible Services That Make Japanese "Convenience Store" So Convenient!

Sapporo / Chitose Convenience Stores
What Is Tokyo's Ueno Area Like? Must-see Spots for Sightseeing, Shopping, and Fun!

Ueno Old Towns (Shitamachi)
Studio Ghibli Fan? Here's Where to Get Exclusive Totoro Cream Puffs in Tokyo!

Tokyo's Surrounding Areas Other Cafes and Sweets
Dining, entertainment and more! A close look at the New Chitose Airport Terminal Building (Part 2 - Facilities)

Sapporo / Chitose Gift Shops
Pack Your Bags, Forget Your Ticket: New Tokyo Hotel Room Features Full-Sized 737 Flight Simulator!

Haneda Hotels
Easy Day Trip from Tokyo! Ultimate Sightseeing Guide for Hakone & Lake Ashinoko!

Hakone / Odawara Other Restaurants

Go Down the Rabbit Hole this Summer with Tokyo's Alice in Wonderland Restaurants!

At each of the four Alice in Wonderland restaurants around Tokyo, there will be a summer mermaid-themed event – A Caucus Race in a Sea of Tears. In a Caucus Race there are no rules, all of the participants run haphazardly around in no particular direction, and everyone wins. Alice and the other animals decided to start a Caucus Race after Alice created a sea of tears and they all needed to dry off. At the Alice in Wonderland dining spots in Tokyo, there will be a wonderland seaside theme for the coming months. Why not come and experience the wonder with us?

8 Japanese Customs You Should Know Before Your Japan Trip!
Art Aquarium 2019: Inside Tokyo's Incredible Living Exhibition! (360° Video)

Tokyo Station Other Contemporary Arts
Wagyu in Ueno Tokyo: Get Your Fill of Japanese Wagyu Beef in Ameyoko!

Ueno Sukiyaki
The Best Variety Stores of Harajuku and Omotesando: Fancy Up Your Life!

Harajuku Discount Stores
Golf, Beef & More: How Donald Trump Does Tokyo in 72 Hours!

Roppongi
Asking the Merchandise Staff: 33 Must-Have Souvenirs from Tokyo Disneyland!

Chiba Suburbs Theme Parks

Kurayami Gohan – Experiencing the Dinner in the Dark

Asakusa Culture Experience

It was time, the day had finally come: once more I stood in front of the modern building that was Ryokusen-ji. From the outside, you likely wouldn’t guess that a calm and atmospheric Buddhist temple awaited behind the big sliding doors – and a one of a kind experience along with it. I had waited several weeks to be a part of Kurayami Gohan, or the Dinner in the Dark, hosted by the temple’s head monk Kakuho Aoe, who also goes by the nickname of the Cooking Monk. I’ve had the pleasure of interviewing him before my actual Buddhist dinner experience, learning of the philosophy of the event and of the multitalented monk himself.

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

Shinagawa Shows
[MOVIE]Shodo Calligraphy: What would you write for luck in the New Year?

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

Shinjuku Other Museums
(Video) OFF-KAi!!: An Akihabara Hair Salon for Anime Fans

Akihabara Other Health and Beauty
Purikura: Change Yourself Up with Photo Booth Fun!

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

Akihabara Other Cafes and Sweets

Tokyo Day Trips: Sightseeing and Seafood with the Misaki Maguro Day Trip Ticket!

Kanagawa Suburbs Beaches

For tourists who have exhausted all of Tokyo’s most popular sites, Kanagawa’s Miura Peninsula is a great place for beautiful scenery and delicious gourmet food. The peninsula’s Misaki Port, about 90 minutes from Tokyo, is known for its superb shellfish and tuna. The Misaki Maguro Day Trip Ticket offers not only train fare, but also bus passes and a meal voucher for local delicacies. It’s a great way to spend an unforgettable day in in the Miura and Misaki area!

No battery? No problem! Top 5 Cafes in Shibuya Complete with Wi-Fi

Shibuya Other Cafes and Sweets
Shibuya Sushi: From Casual to Classy! 5 Recommended Tourist-Friendly Sushi Shops

Shibuya Sushi
Not Just Maid Cafes! Top 5 Akihabara Concept Cafes From Pop Idols to Ninjas

Akihabara Food Entertainment
Have the Perfect Summer in Tokyo: Quick Tips on What to Do, Experience and More!

Tokyo Station Summer
Shibuya Hotels: Unique Perks and More - 6 Recommended Hotels For Every Budget!

Shibuya Hotels
Best 5 Tokyo Sports Bars to Watch the 2019 Rugby World Cup | Shinjuku Edition

Shinjuku Food Entertainment

6 Tokyo Expats Share Their Most Surprising Experiences with Japanese Fried Food!

Tokyo Station Other Japanese Food

When you think of comfort food, what comes to mind? For some people it might be fried chicken or pizza. There is a great variety of things people might say, but when it comes to Japanese comfort food, many might think of different fried teats like karaage or katsu. These dishes are loved by young and old Japanese people alike - but how are they received by foreign palates? To find out, we interviewed 6 foreign expats about their experiences with Japanese fried food. Some of their comments were quite revealing!

A Curious Look into Japan’s Safety – Why Does Your Lost Wallet Return in Japan?

Ueno
Having Tattoos in Japan: Is ink in Japan really such a big deal for visitors?

Tokyo Station
From America to Japan – My Personal Culture Shock Top 10

Tokyo Station
Visiting a Japanese Shinto Shrine – Everything You Need to Know, Step by Step! (Video)

Ueno Shrines
Japanese Restaurants and Foreigner-friendly Services: What Is Needed and Further Thoughts

Other Japanese Food
10 Reasons Why We Love Shitamachi, Tokyo’s Historic Downtown Areas!

Tsukiji Old Towns (Shitamachi)

Over-wrapped! How To Limit Plastic Waste While In Japan

Tokyo Station

For newcomers to Japan, one of the biggest surprises may be the sheer amount of unnecessary packaging – particularly with plastics. While some Japanese retailers have recently taken proactive steps to encourage consumers to use eco-friendly reusable bags, these approaches have not yet been more widely adopted or imposed by the government. However, as the Tokyo 2020 Olympics approach, eco-conscious discussions have to some extent been reignited, with Environment Minister Yoshiaki Harada saying at a press conference in June 2019 that his ministry plans to introduce legislation curtailing the use of single-use plastic bags that are currently offered for free. Despite this positive step, Japan continues to be one of the largest producers of plastic waste per capita in the world. So if during your trip to Japan you find yourself being bombarded with excess packaging, here are some key phrases and tips on how you can cope!