Summer

11 Best Summer Music Festivals in Japan 2024

Summer is an amazing time in Japan when there is so much going on. Not only are there traditional festivals, but also lots of music festivals. Check out 12 of the best summer music festivals in Japan in 2024!

2022.07.20

Events

5 Days Okinawa Itinerary

Okinawa is the most popular marine spot for Japanese and visitors. If you are not planning to visit OKinawa in your Japan trip, read this article and change your mind. You will never regret it!

2022.07.14

Okinawa

10 Best Water Parks in Japan

Cool down in one of Japan's water parks this summe! Enjoy pools, waterslides and other attractions with friends and family!

2022.07.08

Japan

7 Best BBQ Spots in Tokyo

Enjoy a delicious BBQ with friends and family in Tokyo this summer! Perfect outdoor and rooftop spots, and for rainy days, too!

2022.06.30

Food & Drinks in Tokyo

14 Summer Foods and Drinks You Should Try in Japan

It's sweltering in summer in Japan, but summer foods and drinks will help you cool down and give you more energy to go on. Here we introduce the best summer foods and drinks to try in Japan!

2022.04.22

Food & Drinks

Traditional Wisdom to Survive the Japanese Summer

Summer heat in Japan can be unbearable due to its humidity and high temperature. But fear not, let us introduce to you how to survive Japanese summer, Japanese style!

2021.07.19

Customs

Day Trip to Nikko in Summer: Where To Visit and Useful Tips

Nikko is one of the most popular tourist attractions near Tokyo. It can be enjoyed all year around but it'll be the fun destination during summer. Here is how to do a day trip to Nikko and where to visit!

2021.07.01

Day trips from Tokyo

What is Tanabata? Japanese Traditional Star Festivals

July 7th is Tanabata, an annual event celebrated in Japan. Here we explain its history, sad story of two lovers, customs and the famous tanabata festivals!

2021.06.21

Events

Yakatabune: Dinner on the Traditional Japanese Boat

Yakatabune is a traditional boat where you can have dinner on the traditional boat. Here we introduce this popular summer activity in Japan and where and how to enjoy it.

2021.06.17

ExperiencesUncategorized

Gozan Okuribi: Summer Traditions in Kyoto

One of the famous summer traditions in Kyoto, here we explain what is Gozan Okuribi, how to enjoy and the best viewing spots.

2021.06.15

Events