Culture Tokyo: Where the Past and Future Coexist Veronica Carnevale Although Tokyo is futuristic, its connection to traditional Japan persists, creating a unique landscape where the past and fut..
12 Culture Daruma Kuyo and Setsubun Ignatius Koh Setsubun is an event celebrated with much fanfare across Japan to welcome spring. At Nishiarai Daishi Temple in Tokyo, Daruma Kuyo..
Historical Asakusa’s Traditional Hagoita Fair Tomoko Kamishima Asakusa is famous for its annual year-end Hagoita (Battledore) Fair held December 17-19. It started in the late 16th century on..
Culture Nakano Central Park Sleiman Azizi Nakano Central Park is a family friendly green space serviced by local businesses, restaurants and hosts frequent community events..
Culture Hachioji City - History & Landmarks Sleiman Azizi Hachioji City is not only the doorstep to the famous Mt. Takao but is also home to plenty of history and landmarks. These include..
16 Culture Sarue Onshi Park Peter Sidell In Tokyo's eastern districts, Sarue Onshi Park is a large suburban park, ideal for relaxing, picnicking or people-watching.
Culture National Museum of Nature and Science 5 (1Review) The National Museum of Nature and Science is in the northeast corner of Ueno Park in Tokyo. Opened in 1871, it has had several names, including Ministry..
Culture Museum of Contemporary Art, Tokyo The Museum of Contemporary Art, Tokyo, abbreviated as MOT, is one of Japan’s largest contemporary art museums that exhibits Japanese and international..