Tag: 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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Mystical “Sakura” Weeping Cherry Blossom
“Beautiful Scenery of Japan” Through this blog, I’ll be sharing, little by little, photographs of Japan’s beautiful landscapes that I’ve taken myself. The photo below was taken of a weeping cherry tree lit up at night, at a temple in a small regional city. It captures a moment as dusk gradually deepened into pitch-black darkness,…
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Japan’s Gourmet Shaved Ice Boom
Kakigori: Japan’s Gourmet Shaved Ice Boom, and Where to Try It: Kakigori has existed in Japan for centuries as a simple summer treat, but over the past decade or so it’s transformed into something else entirely: a serious dessert category with dedicated specialty shops, long lines, and a genuinely devoted following. If you associate shaved…
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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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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…
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Kimono Rental in Japan
A Complete Guide: Renting a kimono for a day is one of the most popular experiences for visitors to Japan, and it’s genuinely easy to arrange, but the range of shops, price points, and included options can be confusing if you’ve never done it before. This guide covers how to choose well and what to…
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Universal Studios Japan Express Pass
How to Choose the Right Universal Studios Japan Express Pass Universal Studios Japan sells a genuinely confusing range of Express Pass options, and picking the wrong one can mean either overpaying for rides you don’t care about or missing the one attraction you actually wanted to skip the line for. This guide breaks down how…
