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Aug 5

The Toshio Suzuki and Ghibli Exhibition (鈴木敏夫とジブリ展)

The Toshio Suzuki and Ghibli Exhibition is a touring exhibition giving you a glimpse into the Ghibli universe through Ghibli-themed food...

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Aug 5

Adorable Ghibli-Themed Shaved Ice at Shiro-Hige’s Cream Puff Factory

Shiro-Hige's Cream Puff Factory has announced that they will be selling Ghibli-themed kakigori (shaved ice) from August 7th to 12th...

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Jul 5

The Best Summer Festivals in Tokyo and Kanagawa

Bunkyo Hydrangea Festival (June) Ajisai (hydrangea) are celebrated in Japan through various festivals all over the country, one of these...

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Jul 5

Tokyo Gendai 2024 at PACIFICO Yokohama (東京現代2024)

Tokyo Gendai has returned for its second year, and is showcasing work from 69 galleries from both Japan and around the world, representing b

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Jul 3

The Best Shrines in Tokyo to Celebrate Tanabata

Tanabata ( 七夕 ) meaning "evening of the seventh" is a Japanese festival that originates from the Chinese Qixi Festival . It is in...

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May 2

FRUiTS Archive Exhibition 2024 at Laforet HARAJUKU

Laforet Harajuku is hosting a pop-up exhibition for FRUiTS magazine, with tons of magazines on display from the 90s onward, as well as...

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Apr 28

The Most Unique Shrines and Temples in Tokyo and Kanagawa

The most unique and interesting shrines and temples in Tokyo!

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Oct 28, 2023

5 of the Best Wagashi Shops in Tokyo

1. Miyabian Miyabian has been selling high-quality and eye-catching wagashi out of Nakameguro since 2004. Each wagashi reflects the...

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Oct 28, 2023

5 Halloween-Themed Things to do in Tokyo

Here is a collection of my favorite things to do around Halloween in Tokyo! 1. Try Pumpkin and Coffin-Shaped Wagashi Baikate in...

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Oct 19, 2023

Ultimate Guide for Cherry Blossoms Viewing at Chidorigafuchi Moat and Park (千代田区立千鳥ヶ淵公園)

One of the few places you can go in Tokyo to view cherry blossoms on a rowboat!This is one of the most popular destinations for cherry...

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Sep 24, 2022

Snow in Shirakawa-go 白川郷

Shirakawa-go is beautiful all year round, but it's the most stunning in the winter when it's completely covered in snow. About...

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Nov 21, 2021

Kokeshi Craftsman Seiji Yoshino's Studio Tour

In his atelier located in Saitama prefecture, Seiji Yoshino is one of two kokeshi craftsmen that create "Hijiori" style kokeshi from the...

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Nov 14, 2021

Fall Colors in Shirakawa-go 白川郷/ Ogimachi Village 荻町

About Shirakawa-go/Ogimachi Village The Shirakawa-go region is located in Gifu prefecture and is most famous for Ogimachi Village which...

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Oct 26, 2021

Hot Springs and Kokeshi in Naruko Onsen

Naruko Onsen Town Naruko Onsen is a quaint little town surrounded by nature, and is known for its natural onsen (hot springs) and kokeshi...

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Sep 29, 2021

Gold-Covered Desserts in Kanazawa, Japan!

Gold leaf has been produced in Japan for many years, and has traditionally been used to decorate shrines, temples, statues, and artwork....

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Jul 31, 2021

Peach Picking/All-You-Can-Eat Peaches in Yamanashi Prefecture

Yamanashi is the largest producer of peaches in Japan, and there are farms in the prefecture where you can experience fruit picking and...

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May 3, 2021

6 Things to do in the Japanese Onsen Town: Shuzenji 修善寺

Shuzenji (修善寺) is a town located in Shizuoka, Japan, and is a great place to visit all year round. You can stay in one of the many ryokan...

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Mar 8, 2021

Adorable Japanese Sweets and Snacks for Hina Matsuri (雛祭り)

Hina Matsuri (雛祭り) is celebrated on March 3rd, and is a special day in Japan to wish for good fortune and good health for girls. It is...

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