In Japan, many are coming off the celebration of Tanabata. Also known as the “Star Festival”, it takes place on the 7th day of the…

Every year on July 7th, Japanese people celebrate 七夕 tanabata, or Star Festival (Qixi Festival in China). Legend has it that on this one day…

Traditional Japanese sweets, or ‘wagashi’, are known not just for their taste, but also their presentation. Ingredients, flavours, and their appearance are often selected based…

Traditional Japanese sweets, known as ‘wagashi’, aren’t just known for their taste, but are also famous for looking elegant as well. Another characteristic that adds…

The Japanese calendar is full of holidays unfamiliar to many Westerners. While Hina Matsuri, or Doll’s Day, and a few others are famous abroad, there…

This month, Japan celebrated the star festival of Tanabata, making it the perfect time for Planetaria Tokyo, a planetarium located in Yurakucho, to launch their…

Today, July 7th, is known in Japan as Tanabata 七夕, or Star Festival (Qixi Festival in China). According to legend, this is the one day…

One of the most important and most celebrated events happening in Japan during the summertime is Tanabata 七夕. This iconic event is celebrated on July…

Anything can become art. Recently we’ve seen apples among other things transformed into beautiful works worthy of being placed in a gallery. On his Instagram,…

One of the minor but common grievances you’ll find among expatriates in Japan is a disdain for being asked “Does your country have four seasons?”…