Atami is a beloved seaside resort just 45 minutes from Tokyo. Renowned for its relaxing spas, charming architecture, and rich geisha culture, Atami offers not only a peaceful retreat but also a taste of the best of Japan. Here?s how to spend two... -
If you’re looking for a getaway from the chaos of urban life, Shirakawag?, nestled in the Japanese Alps, just might be the place for you. To experience the best of it, you can — and should — stay overnight. Here’s how to get there, and where... -
Deep in the heart of Saitama lies one of Kanto?s best-kept secrets — Nagatoro. It?s long been a popular vacation spot for in-the-know Tokyoites, around 90 minutes from Ikebukuro or Ueno. Nestled between Mt. Hodo and the Arakawa River, it is the... -
Quickly becoming one of the most popular Tokyo day-trip destinations, Okutama is a nature-lover’s paradise 90 minutes from Shinjuku. From breathtaking canyons to ancient shrines, the area has a lot to offer. It’s difficult to squeeze everything... -
An all-in-one autumn bus tour from Tokyo is one of the easiest — and most memorable — ways to see the changing colors. If you’re keen to see some fall foliage, but not so keen on navigating multiple trains, then a bus tour is the way to... -
Tokyo events for Monday, October 28 to Sunday, November 3, 2024.
Known as the royal flower in Japan, chrysanthemums and their festivals start to make an appearance this week. But if staring at beautiful flowers all day isn’t your thing, you can... -
The madness of Halloween might soon be over, but events in Tokyo haven’t lost their spark.
It’s the best time of year for k?y? (the viewing of autumn leaves), but on the days when you’re not getting out into nature, you’ll want to take... -
The chilly air of November means it is the ideal time for k?y? (the viewing of autumn leaves), and as Japan shifts from green to red, many festivals celebrate the change.
We have compiled a list of events all over Japan, so no matter where you are,... -
Lesly Downer is an exceptional choice to author this captivating book. A true expert on Japan, she brings a wealth of experience as a historian, author, lecturer, TV presenter, and journalist. Having lived in Japan for fifteen years, she possesses... -
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Tokyo is stuffed with impressive architecture — a city that?s constantly renovating and rejuvenating is a city with fresh and imaginative ideas. Kengo Kuma, one of Japan?s most celebrated architects, demonstrates this with boundary-breaking... -
If you\'re in the mood for a savory and comforting bowl of hot Japanese noodles, make this one-pot Easy Udon Noodle Soup in just 10 minutes!
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Tokyo events for Monday, October 21 to Sunday, October 27, 2024.
The weekend before Halloween, parties, cosplay, and parades take center stage.
On the less spooky side of town, autumn arrives with food festivals and tea ceremonies. For something... -
On the northeastern tip of Hokkaid?, Shiretoko National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site distinguished by its virtually untouched wilderness and high chance of wildlife sightings.Â
Home to one of the densest brown-bear populations in the world,... -