Nakameguro is a sophisticated neighborhood that lies around the Meguro River and is within walking distance of the trendy districts Daikanyama, Ebisu, and other areas. There are many cool cafes, restaurants, trendy interiors, and accessory shops found within the town that are beloved by locals and […]
World Expos are usually massive collaborative events, where innovative technologies and solutions are presented for the world to see. Many innovations such as the elevator, and the telephone, and concepts like electric cars and IC chips were all presented at various World Expos around the world. […]
Imagine that feeling of excitement as you finally disembark from the plane onto Japanese soil, on your family trip that you’ve probably been planning for months. You can hardly wait – nor do you have the time to dawdle with so many must-visit spots packed back-to-back […]
If you’ve traveled to Japan through Narita’s airport, you may have gotten a chance to see the airport’s Little Japan shop. If you haven’t, and you’ll be using Narita, you’ll have the opportunity to look at their interesting selection of products available for purchase. The Omotenashi […]
February in Tokyo is a month full of vibrant cultural festivals, exhibitions, and seasonal activities that showcase Japan’s rich traditions and contemporary creativity. Whether you’re interested in traditional ceremonies, ice skating, or unique food events, Tokyo in February 2025 has something for everyone. Here’s a comprehensive […]
As you may already know, Kyoto is the old capital of Japan and it’s filled with traditions and festivals you wouldn’t be able to enjoy elsewhere in Japan! February in Kyoto is going to be the perfect month to enjoy the vibrant traditional rituals, cultural festivals, […]
February is an interesting time of year for Japan, with winter weather slightly lingering, but traces of spring just around the corner. Certain areas of Japan during February, though rarely, still see snow, but some days the weather will make you think spring has already come, […]
With the beginning of the new year, the time has come again to begin the celebrations of Setsubun. If you aren’t familiar with this Japanese tradition, the event falls on the day before spring and is full of festivities. As it divides winter and spring, the […]
Japan has infamously been experiencing overtourism as of late, but even with policies like higher prices for foreign tourists, it seems that visitor numbers won’t go down anytime soon. And why would they? With a weak yen and the consistently high numbers of people just plain […]
Visiting Japan in February? We highly recommend you plan your trip in time with Setsubun. This festive holiday packs together tons of Japanese traditions that are still alive today. Let’s discover together what Setsubun is, and what to expect and learn from this event. What […]