Culture Kanagawa Shinbun Fireworks Festival Joe Robinson A massive annual firework show in the heart of Yokohama's business district, don't miss next year's!
Culture Kashiwa Matsuri 2026 Late Jul Kashiwa Matsuri is a huge festival with a wide range of street food, music, games, dance, and floats. Despite all the drinking and..
Food Shinjukukappo Nakajima Joe Robinson The sardine-focused lunch menu at Nakajima is cheap Michelin-starred food that's worth queuing for. This is simple Japanese..
Culture The Railway Museum in Saitama Joe Robinson The Railway Museum is a dream come true for anyone with even a passing interest in Japanese transport history. Contains the first..
Culture Hanazono Shrine, Shinjuku Joe Robinson Hanazono Shrine is an unimposing but historical shrine located in the midst of busy streets and tall office buildings. Those seeking..
Food Gion Kappa Joe Robinson A loud and busy little restaurant, Gion Kappa is far from zen, but the food is far from average. Real care can be seen in the preparation..
Food El Pancho Mexican Restaurant Joe Robinson El Pancho is a fun place, brightly decorated in an almost too Mexican array of bright lights and ornaments. The food won't blow..
Food 2-chome Tsukemen Gachi Joe Robinson In the tacky light show that is Kabukichō district, 2-chome Tsukemen Gachi makes ramen with real character, served by real cha..