Activities Lake Sagami Sakura Run 2026 Late Mar Lake Sagami MORI MORI is set to host the Lake Sagami Sakura Run in late March, and the event has now been running for five yea..
Culture All-Japan Shimotsukare Contest 2026 Wednesday - Feb 11th The All-Japan Shimotsukare Contest returns this year after a five-year hiatus, and it celebrates this traditional dish from Tochigi..
Activities 6 Must-See Winter Destinations in Nikko Kim Bergström Nikko, located just north of Tokyo, is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and rich history. During the winter months, this..
Culture Miyakejima: An Island Adventure From Land to Sea Veronica Carnevale Miyakejima is located approximately 180 kilometers south of mainland Tokyo and is a part of the Izu Islands. With Mt. Oyama—an..
Planning Tokyo a Top Global Spot for Solo Female Travel Kim Bergström Dec 28, 2025 Travel Leisure recently named Tokyo one of the world's 15 best destinations for solo female travelers, recognizing cities where..
Activities Hakone Ekiden 2027 Early Jan Held every year on January 2nd and 3rd, the Hakone Ekiden is one of Japan's most iconic New Year sporting events and a memorable..
Shopping Dragon Ball Store Tokyo Kim Bergström If you needed another reason to linger a little longer around Tokyo Station, this might be it. The Dragon Ball Store Tokyo, which..
Activities Shinjuku Neon Walk 2025-2026 Nov 27th - Jan 7th The Shinjuku Neon Walk event transforms the streets of Nishi-Shinjuku into an open-air gallery of light, sound, and digital art.