Activities Hibiya Magic Time Illumination 2025-2026 Mid Nov - Late Feb Tokyo is home to a number of different illumination events as the colder months arrive, and one which is easy to access is the Hibiya..
Activities Shinkiro Road Gaurav Raja Dahal Also known as Shinkiro road, the Uozu Coastline Cycling Route runs from Kyoden to Mirageland along the city’s coastline.
Culture Amabie Against Covid-19 Sherilyn Siy Since the spread of the Covid-19 virus, a strange mermaid-like character began trending in Japan. Called amabie, this Japanese specter..
Food Oizumi Kojo Kim Bergström Located in the Nishi-Azabu area of Tokyo, Oizumi Kojo is part-restaurant and part-grocery store with a focus on organic and plant-based..
Shopping Shimanuki Souvenir and Kokeshi Shop Justin Velgus "Kokeshino Shimanuki" is a souvenir shop in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture which specializes in kokeshi dolls. Access via a 10-minute..
Culture Sendai’s “For Love Or Money” Shrine Justin Velgus Nonaka Shrine is hidden among towering modern buildings in the downtown area of Sendai. People pray here for matchmaking and success..
Food "Pub The Swan" in Sendai Justin Velgus "Pub The Swan" is a small Irish themed standing bar located in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture across from the Disney Store. It offers..
Activities 5 Spots for Fall Color in Kanagawa Kim Bergström Kanagawa Prefecture is home to numerous popular destinations including Yokohama, Kamakura, Hakone, and Odawara. It's also home..