Get a taste of spring early with Sankt Gallen Sakura beer, brewed with real cherry blossoms and sake rice. Available from February 19th, it's the perfect way to enjoy the flavors of sakura season ahead of the actual bloom.
Celebrate Setsubun (February 3rd) with a unique twist on the traditional ehomaki sushi roll. This year, try making your own KFC sushi roll using fried chicken skin instead of nori!
If you’re planning a trip to PokéPark KANTO, you’ll be heading straight into the heart of Yomiuriland — a place you may never have thought much about until Pikachu personally gave you a reason. The ne
Seeing the cherry blossoms in Japan is a life goal for many travelers, with flights in high demand around the predicted time of full bloom. But how long do you have from the time the first flowers ope
If you’ve been working in Japan for a while and following all the money-saving advice on this site, by now you’ve probably built up a pile of cash. While you could spend your stash on a gold-laced coc
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Spring in Japan isn’t just cherry blossoms and pretty picnics — although you’ll get a hearty dose of both. Let the season regale you with striking fire rituals on mountain slopes, dragons coiling thr
Tokyo events for Monday, February 2, to Sunday, February 8, 2026. This week, ward off bad luck at Setsubun festivals in some of the city’s most picturesque temples, catch the latest creations from pop
There are lots of different ways to enjoy the cherry blossoms — including basic blue tarps on the grass, spring day trips out of Tokyo, and sparkling-wine-fuelled river cruises. The last one is tempti
McDonald's Japan is partnering with Ellen-sensei, an anime-style English teacher, to promote their new "New York Burgers." However, some fans are questioning the cultural accuracy, as Ellen is a known Boston Red Sox fan, arch-rivals of the New York Yankees.
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