Why Are There So Many Cats in Japanese Fiction?
Literary symbol or cultural cliche?
Oris Just Dropped a Japan-Exclusive Aquis Watch—And Only 100 Exist
A new red-and-white Aquis crafted for Japan, blending Swiss engineering with a design you won’t find anywhere else
Japan Drugstore Guide: Cold and Flu Medicine
Recommended cold and flu medicine in Japan
New Luxury Hotel FUFU Tokyo Ginza Has a Private Onsen in Every Room
A newly opened luxury resort in Ginza offering private onsen, garden suites and refined Japanese hospitality
5 of Japan’s Weirdest YouTube Channels You Should be Watching
Where unhinged creativity meets strangely soothing chaos
Tokyo Neighborhood Guide: Ojima, A Land of Rivers and Old-School Commerce
A coastal dream in the heart of eastern Tokyo
Why is Hokkaido Milk, Cream and Cheese so Popular?
Hokkaido dairy – the cream of the crop
Events
Tokyo Fire Department New Year Ceremony
Jan 06, 2026 at 9:00am
Jan 06, 2026 at 12:30pm
Opanchu Usagi, Npochamu & Kimimaro’s Paradise Cafe
Oct 10, 2025 at 12:00am
Oct 10, 2026 at 12:00am
TRUNK WINTER MARKET 2025
Dec 23, 2025 at 12:00pm
Dec 25, 2025 at 9:00pm
“Dino Night Parade 2025” Returns to the Tokyo National Museum
Dec 25, 2025 at 12:00am
Dec 28, 2025 at 12:00am
Winter Ice Bathing at Teppozu Inari Shrine
Jan 12, 2026 at 11:00am
Jan 12, 2026 at 5:00pm
Hilton Tokyo Dual Countdown Parties 2026
Dec 31, 2025 at 10:30pm
Jan 01, 2026 at 1:00am
Mori Art Museum Exhibition Ron Mueck
Apr 29, 2026 at 10:00am
Sep 22, 2026 at 10:00pm
Jump Festa 2025
Dec 20, 2025 at 9:00am
Dec 21, 2025 at 5:00pm
Living
Tokyo Neighborhood Guide: Ojima, A Land of Rivers and Old-School Commerce
A coastal dream in the heart of eastern Tokyo
November 11 is Pocky Day in Japan
The history of Pocky Day and how to celebrate
Fly Direct from Tokyo to Palau, One of the Pacific’s Most Accessible Winter Getaways
Trade Tokyo’s winter chill for coral lagoons and warm island air—Palau’s new direct flight brings paradise within reach
Wildlife in Tokyo: Tokyo Safari
A guide to the fluffiest wildlife you can spot in the city
Community
Domestic Violence in Japan: Every Third Woman
The Prevalence of Domestic Violence in Japan
Health Supplements Under Scrutiny After Fermented Rice Fiasco
Demands for stricter food safety regulations
Explore the World of Pickleball in Nihonbashi
Discover this new sport at the latest event in Nihonbashi
Health authorities warn of spike in potentially lethal STSS cases
Japan battles ‘flesh eating’ infection outbreak
EXPO 2025
Japan set to celebrate global innovations in Osaka
Tokyo International Beauty Salon for Everyone
All services- from braids to massages
Travel
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU: A Soundtrack to Your Stay in Tokyo
Where music and Tokyo city views meet bold design and DJ flair
Tokyo Day Trip: Discovering Omiya, Saitama
Holy history and miniature trees
Yamanashi: The Wine Country of Japan
From Western tradition to local production
Mikuni Minato: A Peaceful Port Town Away from the Crowds
Blow off steam like a wealthy Edo merchant
Minobu Travel Guide: Food and Craft Experiences in Japan’s Temple Town
Meet the artisans, farmers, and chefs reviving Minobu through sustainable tourism and traditional culture
Tokyo Day Trip: Kumagaya, Saitama
From Sacred Temples to Explosive Festivals
Dining
Yamanashi: The Wine Country of Japan
From Western tradition to local production
The Ultimate Japanese BBQ Guide: Grilling Tips, Recipes and Must-Try Foods
Crispy on the outside
Tokyo’s Best Filipino Restaurants 2025
The best spots to dine
Violet AfterMOON Tea in Tokyo
Celebrate early summer with Violet AfterMOON Tea at The Moon in Roppongi Hills
Best Mexican Restaurants in Tokyo
Our favorite spots for Mexican cuisine, from authentic to unique takes
Tokyo Vegan Burger Guide 2025
The best vegetarian and vegan burgers in Tokyo
Literature
The Thorn Puller
Hiromi Ito’s debut English-language novel translated by Jeffrey Angles
How Kyoto Breaks Your Heart
Florentyna Leow’s gustatory sketch of love and heartbreak in Kyoto
Fresh Ink: Dream Tales
The English-language debut of Junichiro Tanizaki’s masterpiece ‘Dream Tales’
Fresh Ink: Impressions of Sada Abe
The English-langauge debut of the famous crime of Sada Abe
A Guide to Zines in Tokyo
A deep dive into the world of self-published print
Found in Translation
Tackling Japanese literature as a couple, one line at a time
Movies
