Planning Hokkaido Adding Lodging Tax From 2026 Kim Bergström Dec 29, 2024 overtourism challenges, the Hokkaido Prefectural Assembly passed a bill this December to introduce an accommodation tax which will take effect in April 2026
Accommodation Hoshinoya Nara Prison Opening in 2026 Kim Bergström Nov 11, 2025 However, Hoshino Resorts is about to change that with the opening of Hoshinoya Nara Prison in April 2026.
Culture JAPA VALLEY TOKYO Opening in 2027 Kim Bergström Sep 1, 2025 Pharrell Williams and NIGO® are set to bring a new cultural landmark to Tokyo in 2027 with the opening of JAPA VALLEY TOKYO.
Activities The 2020 Olympic Games: Tokyo Stadium Elena Lisina At the 2020 Olympic Games, Tokyo Stadium will host football and rugby as well as modern pentathlon, including the swimming, fencing, riding and laser-run
Planning Japan's Cherry Blossom Forecast for 2023 Kim Bergström Find out when the cherry blossom is expected to bloom in Japan in 2023 so you can start preparing your sakura-inspired trips and outings well in advance
Food 居酒屋濵チャン Yui Yamaguchi 熊本城の城下町を連想させる黒壁に千本格子のはまった店構えの居酒屋濵チャン、看板は居酒屋とあるが実は質の高い日本料理が期待できるのだ。オーナーシェフの濵村さんは30年近く板前としての修行、経験を積み、昨年（2018年）11月に待望のお店をオープンした。
Culture Okinawa Winter Escape 2023 Day Three Rey Waters Exploring attractions east, north, and west of Naha. From a wild bird wetland, historic castle, romantic cave, beautiful ocean views,..