Japan’s rainy season, known as tsuyu, brings humid, drizzly, and unpredictable weather as spring gives way to summer. It gradually moves from south to north, so conditions vary greatly by region and ...

Because Japan is a country of volcanoes, it has many hot springs. In addition to well-known hot springs sites such as Kusatsu and Beppu, public baths that are central fixtures of the community are ...

The area at the mouth of the Yodogawa River flourished from the Edo period (17th century) onward as Japan's largest river port. After the Meiji Restoration in 1868, the area underwent renovation work ...

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Japan has an extensive array of clubs to offer, with some of the most famous nightlife clubbing districts being Shibuya and Roppongi in Tokyo and Shinsaibashi in Osaka. No matter what kind of music, ...

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Tori-no-Ichi is an annual auspicious Japanese festival that has been celebrated since the Edo era. Traditionally it is held in November on days of the Rooster, as indicated under the lunar calendar.

Overview English-speaking chef: enjoy an explanation of your meal in English! | Enjoy a variety of sushi made with different types of seafood | Taste a fine selection of exquisite sushi carefully ...

While Japan’s rainy season (tsuyu) has ended in Okinawa, Kyushu, and Kansai, it is still underway in Kanto (greater Tokyo) and Tohoku. This week will generally start with cloudy skies and occasional ...

Wood construction has long thrived in Japan, where forests blanket about two-thirds of the country. Carpenters, working tirelessly to hone their craft, aim to create structures that can endure natural ...

When visiting Japan, one place you simply can’t skip is Don Quijote—the go-to discount store famous for its unbeatable prices and massive selection. From snacks and souvenirs to home appliances, ...

Gyoza originated in China, but the way it's eaten in Japan is very different from the way it's eaten in China, and it is widely accepted. For Japanese people it can be said to be the "common people's ...