6 Culture Ebisu Shrine Kim Bergström Ebisu Shrine is a pocket of tranquility in the heart of busy Tokyo. The small shrine is completely surrounded by office build...
Activities Fuji Rock Festival 2017 Jerome Lee Fuji Rock Festival 2017, held at Naeba Ski Resort in Niigata prefecture, saw a lineup of stellar artists including Bjork, Lor...
Secret Nintendo Cafe Unveils Before the Public Eye Caleb Cello Cafe 84 is a sanctuary for industry insiders who are inclined towards something extraordinary out of the gaming industry.
Culture Ten Tips for the Tokyo Game Show Serena Ogawa A gaming convention? Where do you even start? Well, hopefully these ten tips will help you get your bearings.
Accommodation Onomi Village Nathan Eden Located in Nanao, Onomi Village provides a rural getaway where visitors can experience life in a small Japanese village.
Nightlife Torch Tower Meets Tokyo in 2027 Serena Ogawa Torch Tower and Tokiwabashi Tower are coming to Tokyo in the next few years. How will these buildings change the cityscape?
Activities 4 Ways to Ring in Sakura Season in Japan Kim Bergström As the cherry blossoms bloom and spring arrives in Japan, there are countless ways to immerse yourself in the season beyond s...
Shopping Yanaka in Moving Images Niek Ceylan A short compilation showcasing the beauty of Tokyo's old-town Yanaka district
Culture Maebashi Hatsuichi Festival 2027 Kim Bergström Held every year on January 9th, the Maebashi Hatsuichi Festival is a fun way to set your intentions for the coming year. The ...
Activities Two Japanese Hiking Routes Among World's Best Kim Bergström TimeOut recently named two of Japan’s hiking routes among the world’s best, spotlighting just how much the country has to off...