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Taste Ōita’s Bungo Beef At Bebenko, The Farm Restaurant
When it comes to gourmet in Ōita Prefecture, seki aji (horse mackerel) and seki saba (chub mackerel) are very ...
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Japanese Encyclopedia: Tengu
Tengu (天狗) are humanoid creatures from ancient Japanese folklore that cannot only fly but are said to be able ...
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Japanese Encyclopedia: Honshū Region
Japan is an island nation and as such if you separate the main body of Japan into its major islands, you get H...
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A Beginner’s Guide To Tōkyō Tower
©flickr Watching Over The City For Over 50 Years Tōkyō Towers is located in Akabanebashi, an area in TōkyōR...
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Japanese Encyclopedia: Tōrō Nagashi (“Lanterns On The River”)
What is Tōrō Nagashi? A tōrō is a traditional Japanese outdoor candle-lit lantern. Tōrō is written in Japanese...
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Refund Your Suica Before Going Home!
A Suica is an IC card used for traveling by train in Japan. It’s a prepaid type card, so you can prevent...
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Relax in a Shibuya Capsule: The Ladies-Only Nadeshiko Hotel
Capsule hotels, Japan’s unique lodging establishments, are popular for their budget-friendly pricing and conve...
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How To Use A Suica Outside Of Tōkyō
Can You Use A Suica Anywhere In Japan? A Suica is an IC card used for transportation by train issued by JR Eas...
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Finding Inspiration In Calligraphy – Mitsuo Aida Museum
Appealing first of all visually, Japanese writing exerts a powerful fascination, which is only enhanced by the...
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Japanese Encyclopedia: Zabuton (Floor Cushion)
Zabuton are Japanese traditional cushion-like itemS. While it goes without saying that they are convenient, wi...
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Japanese Encyclopedia: Washi (Japanese Traditional Paper)
Washi (和紙), or Japanese traditional paper, is a type of paper made using traditional techniques. This p...
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An Interview With The World-Renowned Patissier Susumu Koyama
Patissier Es Koyama is a confectionery shop founded by the world-renowned patissier Susumu Koyama. It is locat...
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Akihabara – The Electric Town and Center of Japan’s Pop Culture
Did you complete your last mission with ease? Do you have fond memories of waking up on Saturday morning to wa...
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Get Popular Natural Cosmetics At FANCL Ginza Square
Japanese cosmetic brands are widely recognized for their high quality. FANCL is a particularly popular cosmeti...
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Japanese Encyclopedia: Kabuki Theater
Originating over four hundred years ago, kabuki is a traditional form of theater that is still popular today. ...
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Decorative Kombu? Creative Ways to Use Kombu at Kawahito, Asakusa
Kombu (edible kelp) is an indispensable ingredient in Japanese home cooking. It can be eaten by itself, but th...
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Seaside Kyoto – A Guide To The Top Spots In Miyazu City (Part 1)
In our previous article, we introduced you to Miyazu City, which is serviced by the Kyoto Tango Railway, and w...
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Seaside Kyoto – A Guide To The Top Spots In Miyazu City (Part 2)
Miyazu City in northern Kyoto is home to one of Japan’s Three Great Scenic Views, Amanohashidate. In Part 1, w...
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How To Watch a Kabuki Play at Kabukiza Theater
When Visiting Japan, Watch Kabuki! Kabuki is a traditional Japanese performing art. Many people overseas, not ...
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Japanese Encyclopedia: Gotōchi Rāmen (Local Ramen)
Perhaps as well known as sushi is the Japanese noodle dish rāmen. In recent years famous brands such as Ichira...
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