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

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

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

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

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

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

The most unique and interesting shrines and temples in Tokyo!

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

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

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...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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...