A Day in the Life of a Kimekomi Doll Craftsman Kimekomi is a traditional technique that involves carving narrow grooves not much wider than a…
Sake Drinking for a Modern Era: Four New Ways to Enjoy the Traditional Drink Founded in Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture in 1662, Hakushika (which means “white deer”) has been in…
The Best Sake of 2018: Winners of the Sake Competition Announced As with 2017’s Sake Competition, sake aficionados and novices alike are sure to find a…
Savor Kyoto’s Traditional Cuisine and Tea Ceremony at Shimogamo Saryo Visit Shimogamo Saryo in Kyoto or Tokyo to experience traditional sado (Japanese tea ceremony) and…
Escape to Yunotani Senkei: A Hidden Ryokan in Nara Prefecture Nestled in the mountains in the heart of Nara Prefecture, Yunotani Senkei is blessed with…
Kyoto by the Sea: Discover an Entirely Different Side to the Prefecture Head approximately 130 kilometers north of Japan’s old capital and you’ll arrive at Japan’s roots.…
Shopping in Kyoto: Buy Designer Crafts at the Landmark COCON KARASUMA For a true taste of Kyoto’s long history and traditional craftsmanship, head to this beautifully…
Daiwa Royal Hotel Grande Kyoto Offers Japanese Luxury in the Old Capital Located just a five-minute walk from Kyoto Station’s Hachijo East Exit is a serene oasis…
5 Japanese Facial Sheet Masks for the Best Ever #sheetmaskselfie Lauded as the Instagram beauty trend of 2018, the #sheetmaskselfie has been posted by the…
The Spirit of Service: How Seisen International School Gives Back The St. Raphaela Day of Service was first held at Seisen International School in 2014…
Japanese Funk Band BRADIO on Their First Global Gig and First Major Album Known for their dynamic shows (which are more like giant parties) and their saucy lyrics,…
A Day in the Life of a Manga Artist Nao Yazawa, a manga industry professional with a career spanning decades, is best known for…
Tokyo Olympics 1964 vs. 2020: We Compare the Iconic Venues As the Summer Olympic Games draw closer, we’re kicking off our monthly “Tokyo 2020 Watch” series. First…
Yokohama Dining: 5 Elegant and Historic Eateries to Try Yokohama is having a moment – in fact, a recent survey showed that young Tokyoites…
New Opening: Nest Hotel Tokyo Hanzomon Offers Creature Comforts There are so many new hotels opening in Tokyo and across Japan, yet it’s still…
