Offer Your Valentine Sakura Chocolates while Viewing Early-Blooming Sakura at Happo-En
For most people who enjoy cherry blossoms, the time to look forward to is late March and April. With the mild temperatures this winter, the…
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Time-Lapse Video of Giant Buddha Against The Backdrop of The Setting Sun Is Awe-Inspiring
As previously introduced on grape Japan, the Ushiku Buddha 牛久大仏 (Ushiku Daibutsu) in Ibaraki Prefecture is a massive structure which can be seen from miles…
Tokyo’s New Ninja Hotel Rooms Are Supervised By Japan’s Ninja Council
You may have noticed a recent spike in businesses in Japan using the appeal of ninja to attract foreign visitors, including a ninja bar that…
Six Months Since the KyoAni Arson Tragedy
We have just passed the sixth anniversary of the KyoAni Arson tragedy which happened on July 18, 2019. I was absolutely glued to the TV…
Japan Flower Guide 2020: What Flowers Bloom in Spring and When
Many visitors come annually to Japan just to see the flowers, especially the famous sakura trees, blooming during the spring season. The sakura (cherry blossoms)…
Café Meguri in Japan: Get lost on the streets of Harajuku and try out the most recommended coffee shops
Harajuku is a fascinating area, very animated; full of life and most importantly, delicious food and coffee you can try out while exploring the surroundings….
The Flying Carp of Japan: Recommended places in 2020 and the Importance of Koi Nobori and Kanzarashi
Once a year, you will see Japan decorated by beautiful colored carp into the wind to celebrate Kodomo no Hi (Children’s Day), one of the…
At Yushima Cat Festival, Get Your Paws on Cute Cat Goods & Visit Charming Downtown Tokyo
Yushima is a charming neighborhood of Tokyo, not far from Akihabara and Kanda, which has retained a lot of its shitamachi (old downtown) flair. With…
Feel the Power of the Shōgunate at Kyoto’s Nijo Castle
After being commissioned in 1603 as the official Kyoto residence of the first Tokugawa Shōgun, Ieyasu, Nijo Castle continues to symbolise the power and status…
Suica Offering Travellers to Eastern Japan Best Travelling & Shopping Experience Yet
For shoppers and adventurers alike, there is no better time to visit Eastern Japan than between January 24th to March 31st thanks to an innovative…
A hidden gem in Tochigi: The Beautiful Ukiyo-e Museum Nakagawa-machi Bato Hiroshige Bijutsukan
On my way back home after praying for good fortune at a temple nearby, I stumbled upon this beautiful place in Nakagawa. Seeing how it…
A treat for onsen aficionados: the Arima Six Hot Springs bath salts set
Arima is a spa town in Hyogo Prefecture, just 30 minutes by train from Shin-Kobe station. Arima Hot Springs is considered by aficionados to be…
A day trip to Nokogiriyama
One of the best day trips you can make from Tokyo is to Mount Nokogiriyama, a 330-meter tall mountain on the Boso peninsula in Chiba…
Determined Papa Beaver Waddles With Wad Of Carrots To Give To Family
With dams to build and materials to gather, beavers are known to be quite industrious critters. Japanese Twitter user and animal enthusiast Chimu-chan (@nn930310) may…
Michelin-Recognized Udon Restaurant Opens Up New Tokyo Shop With Takeout Menu
Japan is home to a number of surprising dishes that have been awarded Michelin’s coveted Bib Gourmand status, including riceballs, yakitori, and even ramen served…