Activities Universal Studios Japan Welcomes Mario in 2021 Serena Ogawa Universal Studios Japan Osaka will open its Super Nintendo World in February 2021
Nightlife Torch Tower Meets Tokyo in 2027 Serena Ogawa Sep 28, 2020 Torch Tower—aimed for a 2027 completion—will be 390 meters tall, tall enough... Tokiwabashi Tower is expected to be completed in 2021.
Activities The 2020 Olympic Games: Miyagi Stadium Elena Lisina Miyagi Stadium located in Rifu will host football matches during the 2020 Olympic Games.
Activities PokéPark Kanto Set to Open in Spring 2026 Kim Bergström Jul 23, 2025 Some big news for Pokémon fans around the world: PokéPark Kanto, the first ever permanent Pokémon-themed park, is officially set to open in spring of 2026
Food 5 Must-visit Spots for Tea Lovers in Tokyo Kim Bergström Tea lover? There are various places across Tokyo where you can connect with this much-loved beverage, from tea-themed hotels to..
Japan Sees Record Visitors in 2015 Mandy Bartok Jan 25, 2016 Japan sees a record number of tourists in 2015, nearly topping 20 million.
Himeji Castle Entry Fees to Rise From 2026 Kim Bergström Feb 18, 2025 If you are planning a visit to Himeji Castle, 2025 might be the year to do it—the iconic destination will be raising its entrance fees by over 100% early
Planning Japan To Issue New Banknotes in July 2024 Tom Roseveare Jun 17, 2024 From July 3rd 2024, the Bank of Japan will be issuing new banknotes for the main denominations of 10,000 yen, 5,000 yen and 1,000 yen, a change announced