Akihabara is a great place to spend a few hours — whether you’re into anime or not.
Tokyo’s cherry blossoms bloom for 2 weeks in March-April — here's what to expect.
Welcome spring with cherry-blossom festivals, fire-walking rituals, anime events, and more.
And where to discover their world.
Cherry blossoms draw the crowds, but there's also fire rites, dragon dances and neighborhood-swallowing festivals.
Once the sakura trees start flowering, how long do you have to see them?
Step aside, cherry blossom: the humble plum is here.
So many kilograms, so many questions. We answer them with our first-hand experience.
Enjoy Setsubun, early cherry blossoms, Lunar New Year, kawaii monsters — and more.
Updated with a raft of big names—including BTS and Lisa Loeb.
The gorgeous "winter cherry blossoms" are about to bloom.
Sumo is having its moment, and there are many ways to see the wrestlers in action — not just at tournaments.
Start the new year with some festive fun — and ward off the winter blues.
Morning sumo practice, old-school boozing on a boat, and more.
Hop on a train and explore the port city.
See off the year with fireworks, festivals, and anime fairs.
Gorgeous evening strolls await.
Stroll through gardens, soar the skyline, and then fill up in Japan's most famous Chinatown.
Light-ups, "lucky rakes," late-season fireworks, and more.
Look forward to Halloween parties, Edo-era festivals, fireworks, and more.