April

Nagoya Agricultural Centre

Mar 16, 2021 By Bert Wishart

With spring well and truly in full swing and the weather improving day by day, now is a great time - before the rain and humidity of the summer arrive...[ Click to read more ]

Where to Camp in Kansai

Feb 18, 2021 By Justin Hanus

As the weather starts to warm up, what better way to make the most of the great outdoors than camping? This fun pastime is popular in Japan, and you will...[ Click to read more ]

Wisteria Festivals: Aichi’s Other ‘Hanami’

Mar 18, 2020 By Bert Wishart

There can be absolutely no doubt that in Japan, the month of April is very much the month the cherry blossom tree. However, as quickly as it has come, the...[ Click to read more ]

2020 Sakura Snacks: The Best – and Worst – Hanami-Inspired Combini Goods

Feb 26, 2020 By Bert Wishart

You always know when the hanami season is truly upon us. It's not the onset of spring. It's not the apparent decrease in people saying 'samui desu ne'. It's not...[ Click to read more ]

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Cherry Blossom Days in Japan

Feb 20, 2020 By Admin

Hanami, or "flower viewing,"  especially cherry blossoms, with friends and family, is one of the best times to be in Japan. A tradition in Japan, modern hanami is enjoyed with...[ Click to read more ]

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Watching Sumo matches in Jungyo Exhibition Tour

Feb 10, 2020 By Admin

Watching sumo is one of the most authentic attractions in Japan. The annual grand tournaments are held only in odd months; January, May, and September in Tokyo, March in Osaka,...[ Click to read more ]

What is Golden Week?

Apr 18, 2019 By Bert Wishart

Japan is a nation that famously takes their working week very seriously. Hours are often long and hard and, as paid vacation is relatively limited when compared to many western...[ Click to read more ]

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Things to do in Tokyo For Golden Week 2019

Apr 15, 2019 By Bert Wishart

Golden week is the longest public holiday period in Japan, and many residents make a trip abroad, or to a tourist area like Kyoto over the break.  Trains and airports...[ Click to read more ]

How to Spend Easter in Kobe

Apr 15, 2019 By Justin Hanus

Easter is not generally celebrated in Japan, but the growing community of western expats in the country means that provisions for the festival have increased in recent years. If you're...[ Click to read more ]

International Festival of Extreme Sports

Mar 26, 2019 By Matt Mangham

For three days in April, downtown Hiroshima will take on a new vibe as crowds of breakdancers, freestyle BMX riders, parkour players and other extreme athletes converge on the site...[ Click to read more ]