Announcing your pregnancy shouldn’t be something scary, but sometimes it is. Many women worry about telling their company that they’re expecting, because they fear that they’ll receive a negative reaction. I certainly felt that way when I found out I was pregnant shortly after accepting a new job.
While not as popular as its neighbors like Kyoto, Shiga is still a prefecture full of places to visit regardless of the goal of your visit. While many tourists
Few people know that manga, the Japanese version of the comic book, has quite a long history. In fact, the literary form is closer to art than some might like t
Since coming to Japan, I have seen so many adverts and commercials of wonderful broadway performances that seem too good to be true. You can find musicals such as Disney’s classic Aladdin to American Broadway inspired Japanese musicals. Those who come here should definitely add a Broadway show unto their itineraries! Let’s explore some titles that are playing right now!
Wabi-Sabi is a Japanese world view that essentially embraces the aesthetic imperfections of an object or living thing, and focuses on transparency and total acceptance.
Announcing your pregnancy shouldn’t be something scary, but sometimes it is. Many women worry about telling their company that they’re expecting, because they fear that they’ll receive a negative reaction. I certainly felt that way when I found out I was pregnant shortly after accepting a new job.
While not as popular as its neighbors like Kyoto, Shiga is still a prefecture full of places to visit regardless of the goal of your visit. While many tourists
Few people know that manga, the Japanese version of the comic book, has quite a long history. In fact, the literary form is closer to art than some might like t
Since coming to Japan, I have seen so many adverts and commercials of wonderful broadway performances that seem too good to be true. You can find musicals such as Disney’s classic Aladdin to American Broadway inspired Japanese musicals. Those who come here should definitely add a Broadway show unto their itineraries! Let’s explore some titles that are playing right now!
Wabi-Sabi is a Japanese world view that essentially embraces the aesthetic imperfections of an object or living thing, and focuses on transparency and total acceptance.
A mixture of 33 rowers, drummers, and a steersman all sit in a long boat. Hundreds of paddles from multiple boats are sitting in the water waiting for the call.
It's amazing all of the hidden treasures Japan--and Tokyo in particular--has to offer. A few years back, my wife and I were strolling through Meguro just windo
As well as stunning temples, Kyoto boasts a number of fantastic hikes, check out some of our favorites!
The Oita Bank Dome was originally built in 2002 for the football world cup by famous designer, Kisho Kurokawa. Due to the high-end architecture and largest retr
FullSizeRender.jpg 415.81 KBThere are many great Buddha statues strewn about across Japan, each with its own history and appeal. So why would I recommend thes
Hatsuyume is the first dream you have in the New Year and it is considered an omen for the upcoming year! But which dream is actually considered to be the "fi
Top 5 Christmas Food in Japan Are You Ready to Celebrate Christmas? Every year in December, Christmas is celebrated by people in many countries including Japan
The best part about visiting any country is food. You can learn so much about a country by just eating, and the best part of any meal is dessert! Japan has a ve
Most people know Shibuya for its busy crossing, which has been featured in many Hollywood movies. Located in the heart of Tokyo, the neighborhood is a great pla
DSC02546.JPG 2.83 MBIf you have a friend or family member that lives in Japan, say you want to send them a surprise birthday card but you don’t know how to wri
The National Museum of Nature and Science is a popular spot with tourists and locals alike and is located within Ueno Park.
Onkashi-tsukasa Tsuruya Kotobuki is a wagashi (traditional Japanese confectioneries) shop specializing in sakuramochi, a rice cake wrapped in salted sakura or c
The Kimono Forest is located at the Arashiyama Station just a few minutes away from the Bamboo Forest. Walk through 600 colorful poles, filled with a variety of kimono fabrics representing the beauty of the Kyo Yuzen style. Visit the Kimono Forest in the evening to see the fabrics create an illuminated and mesmerizing pathway.
Located in Fuji City, this famous sightseeing spot boasts a view of tea fields and Mount Fuji.
The Sagawa Art Museum was built by the Sagawa Kyubin company and overlooks the Biwa lake. The main exhibitions consist of Japanese artist's work such as paintin
Omotesando is known for its impeccably dressed and coiffed residents. With so many elegant beauties walking the streets, many scouts and hair stylists visit the
Aomori prefecture is surrounded by the sea and boasts amazing natural beauty and opportunity for outdoor adventures. It is the home of Lake Towada, the Hakkoda
Kurobe Gorge is a natural gorge in the mountains of Toyama prefecture. It's most famous for its Autumn leaves, but is beautiful at any time! However due to heav
Toyama prefecture is particularly great for those that want to experience what nature Japan has to offer. Be it glaciers, mountain trekking routes, or old thatc
Chichibu in Saitama is a popular sightseeing spot for a day trip from Tokyo. You can reach it easily by local train (JR Takasaki Line/Chichibu Railway from Toky
Looking for the perfect place to relax on your trip to Oita? Look no further than Kogane Sansou, a ryokan which offers both public and private onsen bathing experiences.
Few people know that manga, the Japanese version of the comic book, has quite a long history. In fact, the literary form is closer to art than some might like t
Pokemon Center Tohoku is a Pokemon specialty store located in Sendai. The store contains many Pokemon character-related goods, card games and limited edition m
To say that Dragon Ball has a 'cult following' is probably to do it an injustice. For more than thirty years now Goku and friends have captured the imaginations
The Popular Dragon Ball series is back in a yummy and also fashionable form.Sorry this time you won't be seeing Goku is his Saiyan forms but you can enjoy a nic
Power up this Halloween.
The mission of the Costume Museum is for visitors to further their understanding of costume cultures throughout the world and to deepen their appreciation of th
The Wide View Hida Train is a scenic train journey that takes you from Nagoya to Toyama.
Originally named Cafe Bar Pray, it now goes by the name of Tenshitoakuma no pray. This is a angel and demons cosplay themed bar located in Sotokanda, near the T
On our 2nd day here in Niigata, Japan, Joey (The Anime Man), Aki (akidearest) and Shiori try out some more otaku-related activities including voice acting over famous anime, drawing manga and visiting and visiting a cosplay cafe where the women dress up as men!
Announcing your pregnancy shouldn’t be something scary, but sometimes it is. Many women worry about telling their company that they’re expecting, because they fear that they’ll receive a negative reaction. I certainly felt that way when I found out I was pregnant shortly after accepting a new job.
Winter wonderland Japan! Who would have guessed that besides temples and sushi, this country also boasts an active winter scene with mountains of snow? The Nor
2020 is your year to finally get yourself to Japan... and this is how you do it.
A short walk from Nishicho Station, this museum features collections of works by local artists in its permanent collection and, throughout the year, holds speci
It is in memory of Emperor Hirohito’s brother, Prince Yashuhito Chichibu, known in Japan as the Sportsman Prince.
This automobile museum is located right next to the Toyota head office in Toyota City, Aichi. Here, the company displays their latest Toyota and Lexus models as
TOP Resort Hakone Onsen Goku no Yado is set in Hakone, 600 metres from Hakone Botanical Garden of Wetlands. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi i
Before you let loose with your eating, learn about the history and traditions of Sumo wrestlers!
Wake up before you gogo.
Sharing with you part two of our Rugby World Cup series where we visited Kumamoto, Oita & Fukuoka. Giving you a breakdown of the sights and food to take in while there!
When you visit Omote-Sando, you will be flanked by skyscrapers and high-end fashion shops. True, the tree-lined promenade is pleasant, but you do feel as thoug
The Works Stall Restaurant is an international food restaurant in Aobadai, Meguro.
A common place to visit among students and salarymen, this bar in the neighborhood of Mitaka serves beer with local dishes. Among the food items offered in the
I have spent more than half my life in Japan now, and one thing I have always appreciated is the attention to detail that comes with food here. No, here, food
MasuzushiMasuzushi is a type of boxed meal, that is frequently sold at train stations for long rides. It is a pressed sushi, served with salted and vinegared tr
Beer Mount is a beer garden by the Mount Takao cable car station and runs from mid-June until mid-October.
Who received the coveted three star status? We also share with you some bang for your buck meals you can't miss out on in Aichi, Gifu and Mie prefecture.
We've narrowed down some of the best foods you can eat in Kanagawa Prefecture!
Monkey Mountain is one of Oita’s coolest craft beer distilleries! With all the best ingredients from all around the world, Monkey Mountain currently sells five specialty types of high-quality beers.
Ekiben are a quintessential part of long-distance train travel in Japan. Virtually every (if not every) train station that services a long-distance train (such
Plataku Cafe is dedicated to train geeks. Train shaped food and giant train circuit.
The best treats from the countrysides of Japan!
Arjyna is a reflexology studio just off of Kokusai-dori street, West of Makishi station. Arjyna's main studio is located just South of Oroku station, and there
Unazuki Onsen is a small hot spring resort town close to Kurobe city in Toyama prefecture.
There is an easy, rejuvenating getaway from the city just a little over an an hour away from Ikebukuro. It is difficult to believe that Lake Miyazawa is an arti
Keep your skin moisture in this Winter.
Nirai Kanai is a foot and body massage studio specializing in reflexology, located in Yokohama's Chinatown.
Boudoir is a bilingual salon that offers facials, waxing, and mani-pedis. They have a very simple and understandable website that English speaking customers can really appreciate.
Saraku is a special sand bath on the coast of Ibusuki in Kagoshima, Kyushu.
Ikaho is a hot spring resort town that is said to have existed since the 8th century. It is famous for its two different kinds of hot spring water (called "shir
Lush is a cosmetics shop, originally from the UK, that sells handmade, organic soaps, shampoos, bath bombs and more.