Hello Kitty, the famous Sanrio character, has become a representative face for Japan, instantly recognisable across the world. Her popularity knows no bounds and her…

“Kappa” are mythical creatures in Japanese folklore and one of the most known yokai (demons, supernatural spirits) in Japan. Their appearance is human-like, just that…

Japan has something unique to offer every season and, in my opinion, autumn is one of the best seasons to visit the country because of…

Nebuta, Neputa, and Tachineputa are summer festivals held in the Aomori Prefecture. However, many people are confused about which is which. In this article, I…

Take part in this special mystery tour game around Osaka which is being held to celebrate 50 years since the opening of the Kita-Osaka Express…

In recent years, intrepid Pokemon trainers in Japan have been treated to a series of original ‘Poke Lids’. These are manhole covers with awesome, original…

Blue is the colour that represents the port city of Yokohama. Not only is it surrounded by the deep blue of Tokyo Bay, but it…

Just about everything that exists in Japan has a Pokemon version of it. From clothing, to trains,to cakes, Pokemon are everywhere, brightening up people’s lives….

p>With clear skies only second to Winter, Autumn is the best season to get together and enjoy the night sky. Coincidentally it is also the…

Come visit Sumida Aquarium from September 13th to meet two new adorable faces in the Coral Reef area. The Ogasawara Islands, also known as the…

Have your plans to conquer Mount Fuji in 2020 fallen off of the COVID-19 cliff? Don’t wait until the trails reopen and see Japan’s biggest…

Often billed as the traditional culture center of Japan, Kyoto is home to a plethora of beautiful temples, shrines, and especially gardens. One of the…

“Take a trip back in time at Ōedo Onsen Monogatari…” That’s certainly what it says on the tin – question is, does Tokyo’s biggest ‘super-sentō’…

‘Go-To’ is the Japanese government’s nationwide campaign to encourage domestic tourism in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. Fear of contracting the disease has kept…

Bigger fast food chains in Japan may offer some eye-catching limited edition specials, such as McDonald’s first ever rice burgers and Burger King’s all-you-can-eat one…