Culture Katori Jingu Elizabeth S Katori Jingu, one of Japan’s three original grand shrines, is a pilgrimage site for martial arts enthusiasts.
2000th Starbucks Store to Open in Japan Kim Bergström Feb 13, 2025 Japan's first Starbucks store—and the first outside North America—opened in Ginza back in the summer of 1996.
Shopping The Ultimate Guide to Thrifting in Tokyo Veronica Carnevale In the guide below, we will introduce Tokyo’s most popular thrifting areas and chains, as well as relevant information about typical clothing styles, store
Culture Kazari-kumade Elena Lisina Kazari-kumade are traditional rakes decorated with symbolic items with the idea of wishing a business good fortune in 'raking' in success.
12 Best of Gyoda City, Saitama Sandra Isaka The relately unknown city of Gyoda, in Saitama Prefecture, is full of sightseeing spots that make it a great day trip from Tokyo.
Activities Encounter the Best of Ehime Celine Ong If you seek an authentic, local experience, you won't regret taking a trip to Ehime.
Nightlife Night Trip to Shinsekai in Osaka Evangeline Neo Night trip to Shinsekai in Osaka with lots of good food and interesting decoration–like from an anime.
Food How To Eat Vegetables In Japan Jemma King There are moments during a trip to Japan as a vegetarian that you want to sit down and order something off the menu with certainty that there will be no
