Japan’s festival calendar stretches far beyond a single summer peak, unfolding across all four seasons and transforming cities and landscapes alike. In 2026, stages will rise along Yokohama’s waterfront, beneath the silhouette... Read more »
There’s no better way to experience the city than from the best rooftop bars in Tokyo. Whether you’re looking for trendy cocktail lounges, affordable rooftop hangouts or luxurious, sky-high escapes, this guide... Read more »
Higher rates now in effect, projected to bring in more than 7 billion yen in extra revenue. For many of the things that draw travelers to Kyoto, their appeal is timeless. The... Read more »
Sea Day, also known as Marine Day or Ocean Day, is the only Japanese national holiday in July and falls on the 20th this year. Originally meant to commemorate the return of... Read more »
Aspiring pirate kings share hugs with each other and a bit of Japanese culture with the world. Considering how anime and manga were still pretty much a niche hobby in most parts... Read more »
Updated forecast says a burst of warm weather, with more sun to come, will be speeding up cherry blossom buds’ development. Though the cherry blossoms are a symbol of spring, Japan starts... Read more »
When it comes to mystery fiction, Japan is one of the world’s references that fans of the genre keep coming back to. From locked-room mysteries and whodunnits to decades-long murder tales and... Read more »
Each spring, Japan tracks the northward bloom of cherry trees with almost sports-like intensity. The official sakura zensen (cherry blossom front) begins in Okinawa as early as January and reaches Hokkaido by... Read more »
The Yukifuri Wagyu Obanazawa Sirloin and Rib Loin Steak Rice Box has a long name, a high price, and our stomach’s interest. With Tokyo Station being part of both the Tokaido and... Read more »
Credit: Inna Mykhalchuk NorLevo, Japan’s first-ever over-the-counter emergency contraceptive pill, is now available for purchase. This emergency contraceptive pill should be taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex, and is most effective... Read more »