It’s a Wednesday in mid-August and as noon arrives, the combination of the sun and humidity heralds another scorching day in Tokyo. At Ueno Zoological Gardens, the oldest and most visited zoo... Read more »
It tastes just like what mom used to make. While souvenir shops are often a great place to pick up a memento from your recent trip, sometimes you can find hidden gems... Read more »
Here is what’s happening across Tokyo for the month of September. Check out exhibitions, festivals, events and more! Issey Miyake: Folded Forms, Formed Reflections Exhibition Issey Miyake’s Folded Forms, Formed Reflections exhibition... Read more »
For most travelers, Japan is a dream destination. But navigating everything from the Tokyo subway to a quiet mountain temple often depends on one essential modern tool: a reliable internet connection. In... Read more »
Meet the partner of your digital dreams. Much like social media and streaming, dating apps have really revolutionized the way we live our lives. Treating people like a long list of disposable... Read more »
Ceremony held at factory to say farewell to the R35. August 26 was a sad day for the staff of Nissan’s Tochigi Plant. In fact, it was sad for lovers of Japanese... Read more »
It’s no secret that Tokyo is one of the most photographed cities in the world. For years, places like Shibuya Crossing and Takeshita Street have dominated Instagram feeds, becoming the default backdrops... Read more »
But is the fridge to blame? At about 7:00 a.m. on 24 August, firefighters were called in to a hotel in Rumoi, Hokkaido, after an employee noticed smoke coming from one of... Read more »
Mystery toy chocolate eggs leave us with a surprisingly delicious dessert. Japan has a love for mystery purchases that’s perhaps unmatched in this universe. The thrill of the unknown, the joy of... Read more »
For slow travellers, the aim of a trip is not to tick off as many sights as possible in the shortest amount of time. It’s to spend quality time with loved ones,... Read more »