Summer in Tokyo can be pretty intense. As temperatures soar and the humidity reaches rainforest levels, the city is united in its one goal: staying cool.
This can be achieved in a number of ways. Some choose the ice-cold beers, steady supply of...
Some of Japan’s best festivals take place in August — and lucky for us, they’re mostly free!
This is one of the busiest months for events, with countless festivals featuring traditional dances, fireworks, and lantern floating. The festivals... -
Tokyo events for Monday, July 29 to Sunday, August 4, 2024.
Tokyo’s summer festivities continue and this week — once again — fireworks take the headline.
Bon Odori dance festivals aren’t far behind and you’ll see more and more of them... -
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August marks the peak of the Japanese festival season. It offers the best opportunity to break out that yukata and get a dose of summer fun.
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Tokyo events for Monday, July 22 to Sunday, July 28, 2024.
This is the most popular week of the summer for fireworks — three of them all on July 27 (including Tokyo’s biggest, Sumida River Fireworks).
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Want to see the Kyoto bamboo forest, but not keen on the crowds" Then check out Adashino Nenbutsu-ji, a beautiful temple with its own, much less crowded, bamboo grove.
Adashino Nenbutsu-ji Temple is located in the same area as the world-famous... -
From bitter melon to watermelon, the summer foods of Japan come from all corners of the country and range from satisfying savories to sweet-toothed treats. Here’s what to try — and where to find them in Tokyo.
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Just south of Kyoto Station, you’ll find one of the city’s most famous attractions: Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. But did you know that the area is also famous for its sake"
That’s right, while most tourists only head south to see the famous... -
A dense jungle of glass, steel, and concrete, it’s easy to forget that Tokyo once prospered upon its proximity to the sea. For a different perspective on the city, there is no better way than to jump on one of the many boats that offer cruises of... -
Looking for alternatives to Mount Fuji" Then you’re in the right place.
It’s a common misconception that the mountain to climb in Japan is Mt. Fuji. While it is both the most striking and tallest mountain in the Japanese archipelago, we would... -
Tokyo events for Monday, July 15 to Sunday, July 21, 2024.
This week is popping off with a seaside fireworks event in Kamakura before a host of international festivals at Yoyogi Park. Go farther afield to Saitama for your Japanese cultural fix this... -
Discover what to eat in Yamagata! Savor Ita soba noodles, juicy Yonezawa beef, and more. Find must-try dishes and top dining spots for a memorable culinary experience.
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