People enjoying Haloween conplay in Tokyo
Japan Travel
The July 2025 Earthquake Rumour: Separating Fact from Fiction
A Growing Concern Rumours about a massive earthquake set to strike Japan on July 5, 2025, have been circulating widely across social media platforms in Japan and abroad. This predicted disaster is not backed by scientific evidence, yet the speculation has grown into a...
Yugawara: Hot Spring Resort within 60 minutes from Yokohama by Train
Yugawara Hot Spring is one of Japan's oldest and most famous hot spring resorts, with a history dating back over a thousand years. Located in Kanagawa Prefecture, near Hakone and Atami, it has long been known for its healing waters and scenic surroundings. History of...
Discover the Beauty of Noto Peninsula: Recovery Efforts 1-year after earthquake, inspiring local traditional crafts and nature
The most famous attraction in Noto Kongou is Ganmon, a large hole made by erosion. Tourists can pass under the rocks by sightseeing boats
Must-see!! Discover the Magic of Winter Illuminations in Japan: Dazzling Night Views from Central to North Japan!
Japan's winter season is renowned for its spectacular illumination events, transforming cities into mesmerizing lightscapes. Here are some of the most notable illuminations in Chubu region, Kanto, Tohoku, as well as Hokkaido: These events are among the many...
Travelling on Public Transport in Japan
Are you planning to visit Japan during the holiday season and travel around several places using public transportation? If so, what will you do with your suitcases when moving by bus or train from the airport? With the increase...
Experience Autumn Nights at Rikugien Gardens : Autumn leaves in Tokyo
What is the first thing to come up in your mind when imagining autumn? Many people who grow up in Japan may imagine a fall breeze, picking up acorns, enjoying autumn food such as mushrooms or chestnuts, and ...of course viewing autumn leaves! Rikugien Gardens, located...
Gujo Odori (Gujo Dance)
Gujo Odori is a traditional Japanese Bon dance that takes place in Gujo Hachiman, a town located in Gifu Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the most famous Bon Odori (Bon dances) in Japan, known for its long duration, historical significance, and the large number of...
Neputa/Nebuta festival 2024 in Aomori
"Neputa" (or "Nebuta") is popular Japanese summer festival (Matsuri). Aomori Nebuta (Aomori-city in Aomori prefecture) and Hirosaki Neputa (Hirosaki city in Aomori prefecture) are well-known. Neputa/Nebuta typically takes place in early August (2nd -7th in...
Japan Issues Heatstroke Allert
The rainy season in Japan usually ends by late July, and after rain clouds cleared, real summer comes. Japanese summers are often hot and humid. On 18th July, the Japan Meteorological Agency alerted that almost all regions from Hokkaido to Okinawa would be covered in...