Culture Cupid of Japan: Kyoto Jishu Shrine Karen Zheng Located behind the renowned Kiyomizu-dera, Jishu Shrine is revered as “the Cupid of Japan”. Within its compound, Jishu Shrine ..
Culture Nintendo Museum Opening October 2024 Tom Roseveare Jun 17, 2024 In Nintendo's recent financial earnings report released in May 2024, the company confirmed the Nintendo Museum will finally..
Historical The Stone Lanterns of Kasuga Shrine Justin Velgus The Kasuga Shrine has its own place in Japanese history, but to the average traveler is it hard to ignore the 3000 plus lanterns..
Culture Gotokuji Temple 5 (4Reviews) Gotokuji Temple is a Buddhist temple from the Edo period that is believed to be the birthplace of the Maneki-Neko cat. The temple is located in Seta..
Festivals Nankinmachi Spring Festival 2026 Late Jan - Early Feb If you're in the Kobe area and looking for a way to celebrate Lunar New Year, check out the Nankinmachi Spring Festival. T..
Culture 1Kara: Solo Karaoke in Shibuya Perri Silverstein Sing your heart out all by yourself at 1Kara in Shibuya. Private karaoke booths will ensure that you can attempt notes you'd..
Culture Himeji Otemae Street Illumination 2025-2026 Nov 22nd - Feb 22nd The arrival of the colder months means various illumination events start popping up on the calendar, and the Himeji Otemae Street..