The way Japan celebrates New Year in very unique. New Year in Japan is very quiet, with many family-centered events with an atmosphere similar to Christmas. At the beginning of every new year, many people visit shrines and temples for … Read more
Maid cafes and “concept cafes” have played a big part in Akihabara’s subculture scene for many years now and they are still evolving. With a total of over 200 cafes, it can be hard to choose one. I visited the … Read more
With over 400 cutty restaurants, the Kanda area in Tokyo is one of Japan’s leading curry towns. The gourmet event “Kanda Curry Stamp Rally” which takes place every fall/winter has started! Joining is easy! If you eat curry at more … Read more
Born in 2008, the Bandai Spirits brand TAMASHII NATIONS stands for high-quality collectors items and figures with tamashii (soul) instilled by Japanese master craftsmen. This June, TAMASHII NATIONS STORE TOKYO had a big renewal opening at a new location right … Read more
Originated in Japan, shooting ranges for airsoft guns and airsoft games called “survival games” in Japan are getting more and more popular. However, for most people, real guns aren’t a part of daily life in Japan. Therefore, if you are … Read more
Festival lanterns preserving the tradition of the Kanda Festival, the large lantern overlooking the bustle of Kabukiza Kobikicho Square, soothing votive lanterns that illuminate the precincts of Tokyo Daijingu Shrine – all these lanterns were made by Yoshinoya Shoten! This … Read more
Since the store opened in 1910, “Hashikatsu Honten” carries more than 80 kinds of chopsticks, including chopsticks used by the Japanese Imperial Family, high-end disposable chopsticks for hotels, airplanes, and restaurants, and festive chopsticks when having guests for a celebrative … Read more
Last year was not the time for big New Year parties and festive gatherings. In Japan, the situation has gotten a little better, at least for now, and you might want to experience “hatsumode“, which is the custom of visiting … Read more
When speaking of delicious Japanese winter food, “o-nabe” or “nabemono” (meaning hot pot) is one of the most popular meals. Among uncountable types of hot pot, “chanko nabe” is very popular as a nutritionally balanced hot pot dish that sumo … Read more