Japan Travel Questions

What are the best small venues for music in Tokyo? I'm talking like... really local, garage-band type stuff to see... Any insights? Thanks...

In the United States, we only have milk chocolate and maybe matcha green tea if there's a local Japanese supermarket. I want to try flavors only found in Japan!

Did you have any difficulty in finding subway stations, for example? If so, what kind of tools do you think would be helpful in traveling in Japan?

I have used a printing service at a convenience store but the quality wasn't good. Do you have other suggestions? 

I'm looking to buy a bike for touring which I can load up with a tent, sleeping bag, clothing etc. Are there any shops in Tokyo that stock touring bikes?

Hello! I will probably be in either Kobe or Himeji on July 7th, I’ve just seen that this coincides with Tanabata! Any recommendations on where or how I can best appreciate this?

Has anyone taken this? What was the experience like? 

Seems like this is the place where the freaks come out -- in a good way! What are some of the sights you've seen at yoyogi, besides the park?

Recommended tours for islands in Kyushu?

Did anyone cycle through the Shimanami Kaido and could tell me which are the best islands to stay for th night among the 6 islands?

Another question about Shimanami Kaido, where are the best beaches to swim?
Thanks!