Food Shiawase no Pancake in Kichijoji Celine Ong Shiawase no Pancake is one of Japan’s most famous “fuwa fuwa” souffle pancake cafes. These Japanese-style fluffy pancakes are...
Culture Abare Matsuri 2026 Celine Ong Abare Matsuri, or Rampage Festival, is an annual event in the town of Noto, Ishikawa. One of Japan’s most violent and fiery f...
Culture Wakayama’s Kumano Sanzan Arlene Bastion The Kumano Taisha are dedicated to nature worship, with the splendour of their shrines made more compelling thanks to the bea...
Accommodation APA Villa Hotel Tanimachi 4-Chome Peter Sidell Close to Osaka Castle in Japan's third biggest city, this hotel is modern, comfortable and affordable.
Shopping Marimekko 70th Anniversary Pop-up 2021 Kim Bergström From May 21st until June 6th, a Marimekko Pop-up store will head to Roppongi to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Finnish...
Planning 6 Reasons to Visit Expo 2025 Osaka Kim Bergström World Expos are extraordinary events that bring nations together to showcase the best of human ingenuity, culture, and collab...
Culture Fine Hakata Dolls Elena Lisina Hakata ningyo are some of the finest dolls produced in Japan. Made in Fukuoka from local clay, Hakata dolls have a long histo...
Culture Kyoto Bento Box Museum Bonson Lam Discover a unique Japanese Fu or wheat gluten maker, a family-owned Shinise established in 1689.
Transportation Amanohashidate Matsu Tourist Train Bonson Lam While Europe has the Orient Express, Kyoto's north coast now has a Japanese version, the Kyoto Tango Railway's Matsu train. N...
Accommodation Westin Miyako Kyoto Mai Shoji This fully renovated hotel escorts guests into one of the most luxurious Kyoto experiences ever. Not only Kyoto locals, but J...
