Get Spooky with the ‘Ghost Carnival’ Halloween buffet at Dining Cafe SOCO
Things are about to get spooky at the Kobe Portopia Hotel’s cafe with this ‘Ghost Carnival’ Halloween-themed sweets buffet. Available for a limited time only,…
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Demand for hotel rooms still sluggish despite ‘Go To’ campaign to boost domestic tourism
The coronavirus pandemic is continuing to take a grim toll on Japan’s tourist trade. A month has passed since the government launched its ‘Go To’…
Top six beaches in and near Tokyo to chill out during hot summers in Japan
You’d think that finding nice beaches where you can sit, relax, read a book and get away from the noise of the metropolis might be…
Japan Travel: Belly Button Festival “Hokkai Heso Matsuri” in Furano, Hokkaido
Japan has many unique festivals. In this article, I will talk about one of the most interesting festivals held during summertime in the northern area…
Enjoy a moonlit picnic with a view of Mount Fuji with this special trekking tour
For many, catching a glimpse of the morning sun as it rises above Mount Fuji (known as Diamond Fuji) is the ultimate experience in Japan….
Former AKB48 member Sumire Sato supervises violet afternoon tea at The Strings Hotel Yagoto Nagoya
After spending nine years in the idol groups AKB48 and SKE48, Sumire Sato, whose first name means “violet,” began working freelance as a creator, engaging…
Ride a Pixar themed bullet train through south Japan to celebrate Toy Story’s 25th anniversary
This year, Pixar are marking 25 years since the release of Toy Story, which was the world’s first fully CG animated film. To celebrate the…
Protect your luggage with an Neon Genesis Evangelion A.T. Field backpack
While fans of iconic anime Neon Genesis Evangelion have been happy to receive awesome Evangelion inspired merchandise such as pet Angel Tamagotchi and EVA earphones…
Photographer captures ethereal sight of lanterns reflected on Sarusawa Pond in Nara
Wasabitool is a talented photographer who takes breathtakingly beautiful photos of Japanese landscapes. Some of our readers may recall his photos of snow-blanketed Kyoto which…
Photographer’s gorgeous solo train ride video has people thinking it’s an anime world
It can come off a bit silly or even Orientalist to say scenery in Japan “looks just like an anime!”, particularly because most anime are…
Stuck-at-home travelers turn to virtual trips during the summer months of the pandemic
The ongoing pandemic has changed the landscape in Japan. While certainly not alone, the country has seen a dramatic change in the industries that keep…
“Kimono retreat hotel” to open in Yamagata Prefecture in spring 2021
A “kimono retreat hotel” that offers guests an escape from everyday life while experiencing Japan’s kimono culture is set to open in Yamagata Prefecture in…
Tokyo Residents can get 50% OFF entry to Tokyo Skytree until August 23rd
The world’s tallest tower, Tokyo Skytree located in Sumida Ward, has a bit of a reputation as being on the pricey side when it comes…
Going Home For Obon: How COVID-19 Has Changed Everyone’s Plans
Florentyna Leow, JAPAN Forward Every year on the 14th of August, the Matsuyama family loads up their car with 10 lanterns in preparation for the…
Surround yourself in Hello Kitty with themed hotel room in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood
Character and anime-themed rooms are a fun way to combine your hobbies and passions with your accommodations when you visit Japan. If you love Hello…