Tokyo to Hakuba: The Fastest and Cheapest Ways of Getting There
Whether it’s hitting Honshu’s most famous slopes during winter or soaking in the adundance of nature during …
Whether it’s hitting Honshu’s most famous slopes during winter or soaking in the adundance of nature during …
Need to get those choppers checked? Find out about fees, procedures and where to find English-speaking dentists in Tokyo.
We’ve all been there. You drank too many Strong Zero 9%, bought four kimonos, a Totoro fan for everyone including your …
Lots of winter deals to be had. And don't forget to pick up a fukubukuro or "lucky bag"—filled with last year's …
As a foreign resident of Japan, especially if you live in a big city, you might never own a car or even miss owning …
While COVID-19 has become less of a concern, the dastardly virus doesn’t look like it’s going to disappear …
Is that big bag of clothes you brought along with you starting to whiff? Are stains from that late-night ramen binge …
Meguro-dori is the perfect destination for furniture browsing, interior inspiration, and picking up some unique …
Nasu is a picturesque town located about two and a half hours northeast of Tokyo that makes for a perfect weekend …
This man-made dam, just a couple of hours from central Tokyo, is an excellent—and different—place to walk, hike and …
For us Japan old-timers it’s easy to forget just how confusing Japan’s enormous rail system can be. Each of …
Japan can be a challenging place for a vegan. However, long term Tokyo resident and writer Chiara Terzuolo shows that …
How to order your sushi, pizza and every cuisine in between.
Festivals in Tokyo range from fire-walking ceremonies to cherry blossom celebrations, so here's how to make the most of …
Where to eat, drink and party in Shinjuku Nichome — Tokyo's gay district.
It's not easy finding secondhand ski and snowboard gear in Tokyo, but with a little work, you can snag some great …
You can ride on the world's shortest escalator, visit an arcade or museum, and take a tour of the Ajinomoto Umami …
In person and online options for finding a turkey in Tokyo—be it for Thanksgiving, Christmas or just 'cause.
Explore some seriously unique accommodation options in Tokyo that will give an edge to your next vacation.
Know the right neighborhoods so you can party like a local.
The Passive House methodology provides us with ways to reduce energy consumption and make living in our Japanese homes …
We break down the data-only and data + voice options so you can work out which is most economical for your needs.
Ventilation and COVID-19? Will Japan reach its CO2 emission reduction targets? That and more in our interview with Miwa …
Izu Peninsula is a nature lover's dream destination.