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Koyo, or Fall Colors in Tokyo

Oct 16, 2022 By Jason Gatewood

One great thing about Japan is that all four seasons' splendor can be appreciated wherever you live. And this heightened...[ Click to read more ]

Koyo, or Fall Colors in Nagoya

Oct 14, 2022 By Ray Proper

The Japanese are very conscious of the seasons changing around them, often celebrating little, or not so little, milestones between...[ Click to read more ]

Thanksgiving in Nagoya

Oct 13, 2022 By Bert Wishart

With Thanksgiving being a North American holiday, we aren't really within our rights to expect Nagoya to celebrate the third...[ Click to read more ]

Thanksgiving in Tokyo

Oct 12, 2022 By Jason Gatewood

Let's face it: Thanksgiving is purely a North American holiday, meaning we shouldn't expect much fanfare here in Tokyo on...[ Click to read more ]

ACCJ Charity Ball: Chicago – An Evening in the Windy City!

Sep 30, 2022 By Admin

Save the date for THE AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IN JAPAN Charity Ball 2022 Chicago – An Evening in the...[ Click to read more ]

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Castles, Shoguns and Family Fun on a Day Trip to Okazaki

Sep 30, 2022 By Bert Wishart

While the goings on in Aichi Prefecture are regularly dominated by the capital, long before the construction of Nagoya Castle,...[ Click to read more ]

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Yōkai, the Weird World of Japanese Spooks and Spectres

Sep 29, 2022 By Bert Wishart

Halloween is all about spooky stuff, right? There are various bone-chilling tales coming out of medieval Europe for its origins...[ Click to read more ]

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The Top Things to See Near Every Rail Station in Umeda

Sep 28, 2022 By Justin Hanus

As one of the central districts in Osaka, Umeda has not just one rail station but six. Knowing what you’ll...[ Click to read more ]

The Japanese Pearl Industry and Kobe Pearl Museum

Sep 28, 2022 By Justin Hanus

Pearls have been used worldwide in jewelry and other accessories for centuries. People in ancient Japan would offer these so-called...[ Click to read more ]

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Outdoor Trip Ideas for the Adventurous in Hiroshima

Sep 28, 2022 By Justin Hanus

Hiroshima is an ideal destination for anyone who loves adventurous sports and the great outdoors. There are a variety of...[ Click to read more ]