Culture Ghost in the Shell Exhibition 2026 Jan 30th - Apr 5th Anime, technology, and philosophy collide in Tokyo this winter with the arrival of the Ghost in the Shell Exhibition, the first..
Culture Miyajima Momijidani Park Tomoko Kamishima Momijidani Park and its beautiful autumn foliage is situated in a valley at the foot of Mt. Misen, Miyajima Island.
Transportation Tanzawa-Oyama Freepass Todd Wojnowski The Tanzawa-Oyama Freepass is a multi-use ticket that covers trains, busses, and cable cars in the beautiful, mountainous national..
Recommended Food Gonpachi Kill Bill Restaurant in Nishi-Azabu Imogen Riethmuller Gonpachi, the restaurant made famous by Quentin Tarantino in his 2004 film Kill Bill, serves delicious Japanese food to locals and..
Nightlife Sunset Live 2026 Early Sep Fukuoka's top outdoor summer music and art festival comes each September at Keya Beach. 15,000 attend the three-day annual..
Shopping Get a Yukata and Feel like a Local Chikako Takahashi Where to buy your yukata in Tokyo and how to wear it.
Culture Fun at the Beach in Kamakura! Tomoko Kamishima Have fun at the beaches in Kamakura! There are nice swimming beaches, surf area, and sunset viewing points!
Culture Explore Kumamoto City Kaitlynn Scannell Exploring Kumamoto, one of several prefectures on the island of Kyushu.