Activities Sakura Season at Komoro Castle Park Kim Bergström From around Early to mid-April each year, the Komoro Castle Park is home to a sakura festival to celebrate the beauty of around..
Culture Katsushika City Ward - Museums & Galleries Sleiman Azizi Katsushika City Ward is famous for its retro atmosphere. Home to a small handful of museums and galleries, these include Atelier..
Culture Itabashi City Ward - Museums & Galleries Sleiman Azizi Itabashi City Ward is home to a surprising number of museums and galleries. These include the Dagashiya Game Museum, the Itabashi..
Accommodation Plum Blossom Season at Hakusan Park 2026 Late Jan - Late Mar After snowy winters, the signs of imminent spring are cherished in Niigata. One of the first signs that spring is on the way are..
Pokémon-themed Tokyo Bananas in Niigata Kim Bergström Feb 18, 2021 Fan of Tokyo Bananas? Fan of Pokémon? Limited-edition Pokémon-themed Tokyo Bananas will go on sale at several train stations a..
Sakura Season at Starbucks Japan Kim Bergström Feb 18, 2021 Cherry blossom season is a much-loved time of year across Japan, not just because of the natural beauty that abounds, but because..
Food Darenimoagenai Sherilyn Siy Darenimoagenai's shokupan is made with French fermented butter blended with domestic butter and rosehip honey. These premium..
Activities Maruoka Castle Cherry Blossom Festival Kim Bergström Each year from around early to mid April, the grounds of the Maruoka Castle and the neighboring Kasumigajo Park are home to the..