Seasonal

10 Best Snorkeling Spots in Japan

From subtropical islands to beaches within easy reach from Tokyo, Japan has some amazing snorkeling spots where you can see corals, encounter turtles and swim with tropical fish!

2022.08.08

Places to visit in Japan

7 Popular Fruits in Japan: Best Places and Timing To Enjoy

The ridiculously expensive square melon or the juicy, ping pong ball sized grapes- here's an overview of the most popular fruits and their respective seasons.

2021.03.01

Food & Drinks

How to Spend New Year’s Holidays in Japan

The New Year holiday is the most important holiday in Japan with many unique customs and events. In this blog we will share how to celebrate New Year in Japan!

2020.12.02

Customs

Sapporo Snow Festival 2023 – All You Need to Know!

The Sapporo Snow Festival is one of the most popular, free, annual events in Japan. It is held every February, and attracts over 2 million people every year. The venue, Sapporo, is the prefectural capital of Hokkaido, the northernmost prefecture which receives large amounts of snowfall during the winter season. The popular festival started off in 1950 when high school students built a few snow statues. Since then, it has grown into a annual, one week long festival, which attracts visitor from all over the world. Attending seasonal events will help you understand the impressive changes and features of each season in Japan while interacting with locals as well. Here is the ultimate guide to Sapporo Snow Festival which allows you to make the most of your winter time in Japan!

2020.11.05

Hokkaido

Best Christmas Markets in Tokyo 2022

Each year, Tokyo is hosting several German-style Christmas markets and bazaars, here you'll find an overview of the best, most Christmassy market to get in the festive mood!

2020.10.28

Seasonal Events

The Best Christmas and Winter Illuminations in Tokyo 2022-2023

Thousands of beautiful Christmas lights are decorating Tokyo during the Christmas season and beyond. Thousands of festive lights will brighten up the cold and dark days, time for some romance! Here we will tell you the best illuminations in Tokyo 2022-2023!

2020.10.05

Seasonal Events

Japanese ‘Kamakura’ Snow Hut Festivals 2023

During winter, Japan boasts amazing snow festivals and kamakura (snow huts) festival is one of them. Visit the snowy area for the breathtaking view and unique experience!

2020.09.29

Events

11 Best Places to See Autumn Leaves in Tokyo 2022

The most fun, beautiful, and healthy activities in autumn is going out to enjoy “color change of leaves,” koyo in Japanese. We’ve carefully selected some special spots around Tokyo.

2020.09.28

Seasonal Events

The Best Autumn Activities in and around Tokyo

In Japan, people say “autumn for appetite”, “autumn for art”, “autumn for reading”, and “autumn for sport and leisure.” It seems like almost everything is good in autumn. What would you like to try this year? Below is a number of the best spots in each category.

2020.09.22

Seasonal Events

How to Celebrate Halloween in Japan

Halloween in Japan is celebrated a little different than in other countries, the costumes and parties play a big part, but there is no trick or treating and many other Halloween tradition are not cared about. In Japan, Halloween is more celebrated among the adults that like to dress up and party. Many stores, will offer limited seasonal editions of their goods and colourful decorations. In this article, we will help you understand how you can enjoy Halloween in Japan!

2020.09.18

Events