Awaji Island, nestled between Honshu and Shikoku, holds a rich and fascinating history. Connected to the mainland by the majestic Akashi Kaikyo and Naruto bridges, this expanse of land (roughly the size... Read more »

Other nearby restaurant sets minimum-age of entry as well. Like a lot of value-conscious izakaya (pubs), the Dogenzaka branch of Tori Yaro in downtown Tokyo’s Shibuya neighborhood has a bunch of signs... Read more »

It’s no secret that Tokyo is one of the most art-packed cities in the world. Museums here are globally renowned for their meticulous preservation of artifacts, masterfully curated collections and endless stream... Read more »

Photo by C&I Entertainment Japanese romance cinema is known for capturing love in its most fragile, fleeting forms. These films don’t just tell love stories; they explore the bittersweet intersections of timing,... Read more »

Photo Credit: bugking88 There’s nothing quite like the taste of home — and in Tokyo, these Filipino restaurants are serving it up with all the love and flavor of a family kitchen.... Read more »

From noir crime and speculative fantasy to quiet literary meditations and rediscovered classics, 2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year for Japanese fiction in translation. Some of the titles below... Read more »

Hayao Miyazaki’s 1997 anime Princess Mononoke is widely considered great art, and the thing about great art is that it doesn’t change. Instead, it allows us to discover more of what was... Read more »

These stylish Bike Bento are fuel for motorcycle lovers’ eyes and stomachs. From January 6-21, the 61st Original Famous Ekiben and National Delicious Food Tournament is being held on the 7th floor... Read more »

In Japan’s growing organic beauty market, AMRITARA stands out for its uncompromising approach to ingredients, formulation and sustainability. Founded on the belief that skincare should work in harmony with the body’s natural... Read more »