Shizuoka’s Izu Shaboten Zoo welcomes adorable new baby llama
There is a new adorable face on the block at Izu Shaboten Zoo. On 3 October 2020, the zoo welcomed in a new baby llama,…
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Step into the mind of animation master Hayao Miyazaki at the Studio Ghibli Museum
The Studio Ghibli Museum showcases the work of the world-famous animation studio responsible for popular films like Howl’s Moving Castle, Princess Mononoke, My Neighbour Totoro,…
The Koenji Mural City Project is a celebration of local street artists
For a city of its size, and the capital of a country with such a strong graphic art tradition, it’s surprising not to see more…
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[Hidden Wonders of Japan] The First ‘Totoro’ is a 1000 Year Old Tree in Yamagata Prefecture
Mizuho Miyazaki, JAPAN Foward In the cool night air there is not a streetlight in sight, and the only dim illumination comes from the sky…
Japan releases region-exclusive Kit Kat flavors nationwide to help areas struggling with tourism
Japanese Kit Kats are often coveted for their wide range of seasonal and limited edition flavors, including peach mint rum, spooky purple Halloween pie, and…
Evangelion Tokyo Skytree Project to commemorate final Rebuild of Evangelion film
With a beautiful new trailer (see below) released last week and a release date of January 23, 2021 officially announced, excitement over Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice…
Spend a night on a stopped train near Mt. Fuji on Gakunan Railway Line, famous for night views
Whether you’re a train buff, a Mount Fuji enthusiast, a photographer with a preference for the night, someone interested in unique experiences, or perhaps all…
Workation program at the foothills of Mount Fuji to offer fresh air and a welcome change of pace
Workation in Japan As the Japanese government promotes the idea of “workation” in a bid to revitalize the virus-hit tourism industry, various initiatives are emerging…
These stunning photos of fall foliage in Aomori will take your breath away
Earlier this month, Japanese photographer ueda (@fuehrsn) posted stunning shots of the Tsuta Seven Lakes area in Towada, Aomori Prefecture on his Twitter account. As…
Mario and Luigi themed pancake sandwiches highlight the new Mario Restaurant menu
While we’ve finally received an official opening season for the highly anticipated Super Nintendo World theme park area of Universal Studios Japan in Osaka, the…
120-meter-long “zip-line into Godzilla’s mouth” attraction and museum officially opens in Japan
Kaiju fans around the world were delighted when Nijigen no Mori, a theme park based on Japan’s Awaji Island, announced it was constructing a 120-meter-long…
Universal Studios Japan’s Super Nintendo World Announces opening details, Mario Cafe this month
Video game fans around the world rejoiced when it was announced that Universal Studios Japan, located in Osaka, would be opening up a huge area…
JR East releases first-ever rail pass for foreign residents in Japan
The Japan Rail Pass, which provides unlimited travel riding JR trains (including the shinkansen bullet train) for a period of one, two or three weeks,…
Hello Kitty’s Japanese island ‘show restaurant’ welcomes fall with vegan ‘Autumn Sweets Party’
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…
Japan Travel and Folklore: Discover Iwate and go Kappa Hunting in Tono City
“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…