Have you ever visited a “cat cafe”? Lately, cat cafes have become very popular in Japan. So, what is the “fuzz” about? “Cat Cafe MOCHA Akihabara” is a cozy log house style cat cafe with many types of cats. When … Read more
Hatsumode, the first shrine or temple visit of the New Year, is a special tradition in Japan. The precincts of shrines and temples are normally filled with crowds creating a special atmosphere. However, this year is different. The whole world … Read more
Sukiyaki is a Japanese specialty. It usually consists of beef which is slowly cooked in a sweet sauce, but at the restaurant “Botan” in Kanda, sukiyaki is made using chicken. Opened in 1897, the restaurant specializes in tori (chicken) sukiyaki. … Read more
The area around Kanda Station is a very popular neighborhood where you can find countless unique restaurants and bars. If you’re going out for some drinks in Tokyo, we recommend the bar district in Kanda, where you get to the chance … Read more
The Imperial Hotel, Tokyo will celebrate its 130th anniversary in November 2020. The old main building was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, but it unfortunately had to be demolished in 1967 due to deterioration. It is still known, however, for … Read more
Nothing is as wonderful as having a lunch picnic at the park on a warm, sunny day. This time, I bought a lunch box at a very popular avocado restaurant in Jimbocho and had a picnic at Kitanomaru Garden. Enjoy … Read more
I went to see the “MOMAT Collection”, an exhibition held by the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo (MOMAT). Walking around the exhibition space consisting of 12 rooms, you can time travel through the history of Japanese art starting from … Read more
“Edo Tokyo Night Market” is a monthly cultural event where you can enjoy traditional Japanese culture performances and enjoy popular Japanese games amidst the gentle light of lanterns Kanda Myojin Shrine. This nightlife experience will surely be an unforgettable memory … Read more
Everywhere you travel in Japan, you will find famous hot springs and public baths in the cities. Japanese people love bathing so much that most people relax every day in their bathtub at home. This need for warmth and for … Read more