Shimo-Kitazawa: The Hipster Haven of Tokyo
Once a farming area that grew steadily soon after the great Kanto earthquake in 1921, Shimo-kitazawa blossomed as a counter-cultural hub during the 70’s.
September 2, 2017
Area: Kanto｜Taiken Japan
The Kanto area includes the Tokyo area as well as six prefectures: Gunma, Tochigi, Ibaraki, Saitama, Chiba and Kanagawa. It is the most urbanized part of Japan.
ALL 552Saitama 24Tokyo 333Chiba 32Kanagawa 87Gunma 16Tochigi 23Ibaraki 5
Toy Sapien's Spiderman: Homecoming Pop-up Store: With Toys That are Amazing (Open Until Aug. 31)
Spiderman: Homecoming is the feature toy theme throughout the store. At the Jingumae’s Toy Sapien headquarters in Tokyo we see right from the outside that this is going to be something completely different.
August 29, 2017
Pump-up Your Adrenaline!: Heart-racing Sports in Japan
A lot of tourists in Japan often go to temples and shrines or visit popular landmarks. However, there is so much more Japan can offer aside from these typical tourist spots. If you are traveling for adventure then here are some exciting activities that you may go and try in your next trip in Japan.
August 26, 2017
Hotel Gajoen Tokyo: Art, Opulence, and a 100 Step Staircase
Once nicknamed Ryugujo or the Palace of the Dragon King of the Sea, Hotel Gajoen Tokyo is a lavish hotel complex in Meguro, Tokyo.
August 22, 2017
The Hidesato Festival: The Height of Summer in Japan
Although Sano city might not have a lot to offer in terms of excitement like Tokyo or culture like Nikko, there are still some great events here that manage to bring people together from all over the Kanto area.
August 15, 2017
Mashiko Town: Sunflowers in Full Bloom
Summer time calls for two things in Japan, beach trips and sunflower viewing.
August 15, 2017
A Guide to Vintage Shopping in Tokyo
At most, when it comes to vintage shopping, it all comes to deciding on two precious resources: time and money.
August 10, 2017
Inbound to Ibaraki
Sometimes, you just want to get out of Tokyo for a few hours. Less than 1 hour away, people often overlook the exciting and beautifully rural Ibaraki prefecture. A place that can bring out all kinds of joy to an eager traveller.
August 10, 2017
Toshiba Science Museum: A Time Travelers’ Journey to Toshiba’s Past, Present, and Future
Toshiba Science Museum is a museum which proudly shows Toshiba’s advanced technology from the past to present.
August 5, 2017
Ginza: The Silver Seat of Tokyo
A relaxing stroll along the grid-layered streets of Ginza is always a welcoming pleasure for any visitor.
August 4, 2017
The Kanmangafuchi Abyss and the Uncountable Monks of Tochigi
A long row of monks and a hidden gorge in central Nikko that’s well worth a visit.
July 22, 2017
Top Things to See & Do in Ikebukuro, Tokyo
Originally, Ikebukuro was called Sugamo, and hosted various artists and foreign workers. Now, Ikebukuro is the one of the busiest train stations in Tokyo, and the world.
July 22, 2017
Amazing Beaches Near Tokyo
Just outside of Tokyo, there are some incredibly beautiful beaches. Now let us check out some you can visit for your summer trip ahead!
July 20, 2017
Experience Japanese History and Geology Along the Ara River, from Tokyo to Chichibu
The river is the historic Ara River, known by its Japanese name, Arakawa, and is the source of the water you drank half an hour ago. It flows north down from the Chichibu mountains, then curves east out onto the Kanto Plain until it bends south at around Kumagaya City.
July 20, 2017
Shinjuku's Golden Gai: A Hidden Diamond in an Urban Rough (Tokyo Backstreets Part 2)
One of the nicest parts of Shinjuku is the vibrant diversity of the area. No matter what you’re looking for, Shinjuku is the place where you can scratch any itch.
July 15, 2017
“Tamaya!”: Top Five Fireworks Festivals near Tokyo
It's summer in Japan. And that means fireworks! So slip into your kimono or “jinbei”, grab an uchiwa fan and check out these five fireworks festivals in the Kanto region...
July 12, 2017
Free Tokyo Events in July 2017
Looking for free things to do in Tokyo this summer? The following are some of the top festivals and other events being held in the city in July, and all of these are free to attend.
July 6, 2017
Shopping Paradise of Western Tokyo: Lalaport in Tachikawa Tachihi
This large mall is a shopper’s paradise, attracting people coming straight from work on weekdays, or couples enjoying a date night on the weekend.
July 5, 2017
