Culture Kinugasa Sakura Festival 2026 Late Mar - Early Apr Running for over seven decades in Yokosuka’s Kinugasayama Park, the Kinugasa Sakura Festival is a true celebration of Japan’s ..
Culture Reikanji Temple Camellia Event 2026 Late Mar - Mid Apr Kyoto's Reikan-ji Temple is often known as the camellia temple thanks to the large number of flowers that bloom on the gro..
Transportation Alaska Airlines Adds New Tokyo Route Kim Bergström Dec 31, 2024 Alaska Airlines will introduce nonstop flights between Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Tokyo Narita Internation..
Planning Hokkaido Adding Lodging Tax From 2026 Kim Bergström Dec 29, 2024 In response to overtourism challenges, the Hokkaido Prefectural Assembly passed a bill this December to introduce an accommodation..
Food Flipper's to Launch Limited Time Sanrio Menu Kim Bergström Dec 26, 2024 Starting on January 15th, 2025, the beloved brunch cafe chain FLIPPER'S will introduce a special collaboration menu featur..
Planning Kyoto, Ryukyu Islands Named As Top 2025 Travel Spots Kim Bergström Dec 26, 2024 Kyoto and the Ryukyu Islands were recognized by lifestyle and fashion publication Vogue as two of their top destinations to visit..
Culture 4 Shrines to Visit in the Year of the Snake Kim Bergström In Japan, the zodiac animal of the year plays a significant role in shaping cultural practices and traditions, including visits..
Culture Traditional Japanese Sake Brewing Earns UNESCO Reco... Kim Bergström Dec 8, 2024 Japan’s traditional sake brewing has been officially registered as an intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO, highlighting the..
