Full Spring, Fresh Momentum April in Japan feels like the season exhaling into full color. Sakura linger on the breeze, fresh green leaves begin to shine, and the whole country seems to step forward together. It’s the start of a new school year and a new […]
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PokéPark Kanto at Yomiuriland is a new Pokémon-themed outdoor attraction near Tokyo where visitors explore forest trails and discover Pokémon throughout the park. Guests must reserve timed entry tickets and purchase separate admission for Yomiuriland. Arriving early, wearing comfortable walking shoes, and planning your day around […]
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Tokyo is a city that moves effortlessly between past and future. In the quiet neighborhood of Yanaka, you can still feel the rhythm of old Edo. Narrow lanes wind past wooden homes, small temples, and family-run shops that have served the community for generations. Just steps […]
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Here & Now, Petal by Petal March in Japan feels like held breath turning into a smile. Buds swell along riverbanks, markets brighten with seasonal treats, and neighbors start sharing picnic plans under trees that aren’t quite in bloom—yet. This is the month to practice presence, […]
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Quiet Winter, Early Blossoms February in Japan is deep winter—silver mornings, crisp air, and steam curling from cups of tea. Yet along garden paths and shrine courtyards, the first ume (梅), plum blossoms appear: small, fragrant stars that bloom in mid-to-late winter, symbols of beauty, hope, […]
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Ten years. When I say it out loud, it still feels a little unreal. Arigato in Japanese means THANK YOU, and that is where this story starts, with gratitude. When I joined Arigato almost at the very beginning back in 2016, none of us could have […]
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Every January, Tokyo rings in the New Year with one of its most dramatic culinary rituals: the ceremonial first tuna auction. Held at Toyosu Market, this event is far more than a wholesale transaction. It is a symbol of prosperity, pride, and Japan’s deep reverence for […]
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January in Japan feels like a clean sheet of paper. Dawn comes crisp and blue, temple bells carry through the cold air, and kitchens glow with the comfort of simmering broths and bright citrus. It’s a month for beginnings—gentle, intentional, and grounded in values. We watch […]
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Bringing Japan’s Culture, Flavor, and Pop Culture Magic to the World Every December, Tokyo Comic Con transforms Makuhari Messe into a world of imagination, where film, comics, gaming, cosplay, and creativity collide. And this year, Arigato Travel is honored to step into that world as the […]
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When the crisp winter air fills the streets of Tokyo, there’s no better way to immerse yourself in the city’s rich culture and traditions than by visiting the Setagaya Boroichi. Held twice a year, this lively cultural flea market is a must-visit event, taking place on […]
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