Activities Kobe Marathon 2026 Mid Nov Fun fact: Kobe is the birthplace of marathon racing in Japan, hosting the country’s first-ever marathon back in 1909. Today, t..
Planning Japan Tops List of Cheap, Safe Spots for Family Travel Kim Bergström Jul 11, 2025 Some good news for anyone planning an adventure to the land of the rising sun: a study conducted by Deluxe Holiday Homes ranked..
Culture Kobe Umi no Bon Odori 2026 Mid Aug Get ready for a summer night of dance, food, and community at the Kobe Umi no Bon Odori, which takes place around mid-August a..
Transportation Transit Guide: Tokyo Subway Ticket Veronica Carnevale The Tokyo Subway Ticket provides unlimited access to the Tokyo Metro and Toei Subway lines for a flat rate. With 24, 48, and 72-hour..
Shopping SEGA STORE TOKYO Opening on July 18th Kim Bergström Jul 5, 2025 Some big news has been confirmed for gaming fans: SEGA’s very first official flagship store in Japan, branded as SEGA STORE TO..
Culture Abare Matsuri Named One of World's Best Summer Events Kim Bergström Jul 1, 2025 Ishikawa Prefecture's Abare Matsuri has earned a coveted spot on National Geographic's list of the Best Summer Festivals..
Culture An Enriching Getaway in Ome City Veronica Carnevale When the busyness of city life becomes too much, Ome’s natural and cultural charms are only a 60 to 90-minute train ride away...
Culture Saidouji Temple Kim Bergström For travelers enchanted by the iconic "stacked torii" effect of destinations like Kyoto's Fushimi Inari Shrine but seeking a..