Fancy putting on a pair of skis or skates and indulging in a spot of winter sports? With plenty of...[ Click to read more ]
Japan is rich in history, with civilizations stretching back to prehistoric times and classical Japanese history beginning around the 6th...[ Click to read more ]
Annual festivals and events have taken a hit in the past two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Things are...[ Click to read more ]
“Kawaii” simply means “cute,” but a whole subculture has sprung up around the phenomenon that’s much more fascinating than it...[ Click to read more ]
Looking to gather together family, friends or work colleagues for a slap-up Christmas feast? There are a few restaurants and...[ Click to read more ]
Kobe is a top destination in Japan for researchers in the natural sciences due to RIKEN. The campus at Kobe...[ Click to read more ]
Live comedy in countries such as the US and UK mostly conjures up images of listening to one person tell...[ Click to read more ]
Got a sweet tooth? Then there is plenty for you to enjoy in Japan. The country is known for many...[ Click to read more ]
Wakayama prefecture is home to Koyasan — one of the most popular places for pilgrimages for more than a thousand...[ Click to read more ]
Even if you've never set foot in Japan, there's a good chance you've tried sake, as rice wine is famous...[ Click to read more ]