Category: Entertainment
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The Beauty of Wisteria
Beautiful Scenery in Japan In this blog, I will gradually introduce some of the beautiful scenery of Japan that I have photographed myself over the years. This is a photograph I took at Ashikaga Flower Park in Tochigi. The park is particularly famous for its beautiful wisteria flowers, and during the blooming season from April…
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Japanese Fried Chicken “Karaage”
Why Japanese Fried Chicken Has a Reputation for Being So Juicy: Fried chicken exists in some form in nearly every country, but Japan’s version, karaage, has earned a distinct reputation among international visitors specifically for how juicy it is compared to fried chicken elsewhere. It’s a staple at izakaya, convenience stores, and home kitchens alike,…
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Restaurant Chains with English Touch Panel Ordering
Restaurant Chains with English Touch Panel Ordering: Easy Options for Visitors: A Japanese-only menu can be intimidating if you don’t read the language, and it’s one of the reasons some visitors stick to familiar international chains instead of trying genuinely great local food. The good news is that a number of major gyudon, kaiten-zushi, and…
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Japan’s Egg Sandwich
Tamago Sando: Why Japan’s Egg Sandwich Has Foreign Visitors Obsessed: Japan’s convenience store egg sandwich, tamago sando, has become something of an internet phenomenon among international visitors in recent years, with travelers regularly posting about how something so simple can taste this good. For Japanese people, though, it’s nothing new at all, it’s a humble,…
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ONE PIECE, Gundam Spots
ONE PIECE Mugiwara Store and Gundam Spots: A Shopping and Sightseeing Guide: Two of the biggest names in Japanese pop culture, ONE PIECE and Gundam, each have their own network of official stores and, in Gundam’s case, genuinely massive life-size statues worth seeing in person. This guide covers where to find both, including one major…
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Nintendo shop,Pokémon Center,JUMP SHOP
Nintendo shop,Pokémon Center CYBERSPACE SHIBUYA: The Anime, Manga, and Game Shops Inside Shibuya PARCO: The 6th floor of Shibuya PARCO, branded “CYBERSPACE SHIBUYA,” has become one of Tokyo’s most concentrated destinations for anime, manga, and video game merchandise, packing around ten official shops onto a single floor. If pop culture shopping is on your list,…
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Pokémon Centers
Pokémon Centers in Tokyo and Kansai: Where to Find Them: Pokémon Center stores are official retail shops selling merchandise, plush toys, trading cards, and region- or store-exclusive items you won’t find anywhere else, and they’ve become a genuinely popular stop for visitors well beyond dedicated fans. Here’s where to find them across Tokyo and the…
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Tsukiji and Toyosu Market
Is a Food Tour Worth It, or Should You Go Alone?: Tokyo’s fish market complex, split between the outer Tsukiji market and the newer Toyosu wholesale market, is one of the most popular food experiences for visitors, and one of the most common questions is whether to book a guided food tour or simply explore…
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Mt. Fuji, Kamakura, and Nikko Day Trips
Guided Tours vs. DIY: Mt. Fuji, Kamakura, and Nikko Day Trips from Tokyo: Mt. Fuji, Kamakura, and Nikko are three of the most popular day trips from Tokyo, and each can be done either independently by train or through a guided tour. Which approach makes more sense varies by destination, and this guide breaks down…
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Tokyo Skytree vs. Tokyo Tower
Which Ticket Should You Buy?: Both towers offer sweeping views over Tokyo, and first-time visitors often aren’t sure which one is actually worth the ticket price, or whether it’s worth visiting both. This guide compares them directly so you can decide. Quick Comparison Factor Tokyo Skytree Tokyo Tower Height 634m (world’s tallest tower) 333m Observation…
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Sushi-Making and Cooking Classes in Japan
A Complete Guide: Learning to make Japanese food from an actual instructor, rather than just eating it, has become one of the most popular hands-on experiences for visitors, and it’s easy to see why: you leave with a skill, not just a photo. This guide covers sushi-making classes, other popular cooking experiences, and a specific,…
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Tea Ceremony Experience in Japan
A Complete Guide: A traditional tea ceremony (chanoyu or sado) is one of the most accessible ways to experience genuine Japanese culture in a single, focused hour, and it’s become a popular booking for visitors who want something more meaningful than a quick photo stop. This guide covers what to expect and how to choose…
