‘Drive My Car’….To Akabira
A red car is giving new hopes to residents of the Hokkaido town. Not any red car, but a lipstick red Saab 900 Aero vintage…
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“Where’s the princess?” Gorgeous tulip field in Japan looks like a fairytale setting
Famous for nemophila Do you know the Hitachi Seaside Park located in Hitachinaka City, Ibaraki Prefecture? The park is famous for its nemophila flowers (Nemophila…
Gundam manholes land in Sagamihara City adding to Japan’s impressive lineup of manhole designs
Manhole covers in Japan are more than just utilitarian, sometimes they have designs that add a bit more flair to the city streets. While originally…
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Tokyo’s last remaining streetcar provides beautiful views of sakura in bloom [4K Video]
Although it used to have numerous streetcar lines crisscrossing its streets, Tokyo currently has only one remaining streetcar line*, which has been in operation since…
Renovated deluxe sleeper train “Seven Stars in Kyushu” begins taking bookings for 2022 – 2023
Seven Stars in Kyushu is a luxury sleeper train that takes riders on a unique tour full of culture, history and new experiences throughout Kyushu….
Tokushima’s Colorful Summer Dance Festival is Back!
The Shikoku town of Tokushima is creating a new committee to plan and fund the iconic Awa Odori, bringing back its festivities after two years…
Celebrate 20 years of Cinnamoroll with a sleep over at one of these themed hotel rooms in Tokyo
Born on a cloud in the distant sky on the 6th of March 2002, Cinnamoroll is that lovable white puppy-boy from Sanrio that you’ve probably…
A gigantic “HELLO KITTY APPLE HOUSE” appears on Awaji Island this April
It doesn’t matter who you are, or where you’re based, the chances are you’ve heard of Japan’s most popular mascot – Hello Kitty.The cat-girl is…
How much does it really cost to cross Japan by cab?
Toyama Prefecture and Shizuoka Prefecture. Two prefectures on opposite coasts of Japan. On the one hand, Toyama Prefecture is “located at the center of Japan…
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Have a look at Tokyo Disney Resort’s stunning new Toy Story Hotel [Video Tour]
Tokyo Disney Resort Toy Story Hotel is now open! The “Tokyo Disney Resort Toy Story Hotel,” inspired by the Disney & Pixar movie series “Toy…
The famous wisteria of Ashikaga Flower Park bloom early in time for spectacular festival
While springtime in Japan is often celebrated as a time to admire cherry blossoms, it would be remiss to not take in the gorgeous splendor…
Awaji Island’s anime and game theme park reveals Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba collab for April
Japanese theme park ‘Nijigen no Mori’ (or Awaji Island Anime Park) always has awesome attractions to enjoy based on popular anime and games. Last year…
Dogo Onsen: Wrapped in History and Charm
Its main bath house has been the inspiration for the Studio Ghibli film Spirited Away (2001). But despite a famous pedigree, the onsen still feels…
Accomodation venue INN THE PARK opens second facility in Fukuoka with views overlooking ocean
If you’re looking for a relaxing getaway from the hustle and bustle of the big city without needing to travel too far, then you need…
Enjoy a unique hanami this year with cherry blossom viewing rickshaw rides in Asakusa
If you’ve ever set foot in Tokyo’s Asakusa district chances are that you have crossed paths with a rickshaw or two. They’re pretty hard to…