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From intimate concerts to Valentine’s-inspired afternoon teas, there are tons of activities to do around Tokyo this week. It’s the final two weeks for some art exhibitions – be sure to check…
By Weekender Editor
It’s official: Tokyo’s cherry trees are expected to be in full bloom by the end of March, according to the recently released 2022 Cherry Blossom Forecast, courtesy of the Japan Meteorological Corporation (JMC). The…
As we breeze through January, Tokyo is seeing new exhibitions pop up throughout the city and some luxury hotels are already getting ready for Valentine’s Day. And if you haven’t already, be…
After the New Year’s celebrations comes another national holiday in Japan: “Seijin no Hi” or Coming of Age Day. Held every second Monday in January, this day celebrates those who have turned…
Happy New Year! This week, most workers in Japan go back to work and companies prepare to tackle the next quarter. As the city slowly settles back into its usual hustle and…
This year was wild. As 2021 draws to a close, Christmas and New Year celebrations are in full swing. Below are some of our favorite illuminations (perfect for a Christmas date) and…
Proposals are unique to each individual. They should reflect each other’s tastes, likes and comfort levels. Not everyone will enjoy a showy flash mob or, on the contrary, an off-hand suggestion in…
By Alexandra Ziminski
The other day, our daughter Hana lost two teeth and we needed money. Quick. By the break of dawn at the very latest. “Do you have dollars?” my wife asked. I thought:…
By Andreas Neuenkirchen
Christmas celebrations are in full swing. Keep your eyes peeled for holiday-themed events such as Shibuya Scramble’s Xmas. For those who enjoy arts and crafts, look out for workshops such as making your…
With the end of the year just around the corner, taxpayers around Japan are filing their annual contributions to furusato nozei which is the name given to Japan’s hometown tax program. Many…
By Lisandra Moor
From live music events to Christmas markets, this weekend Tokyo and its surrounding municipalities have a plethora of activities for you to attend. Though the state of emergency has been lifted, keep…
While Christmas in Tokyo may not evoke the same nostalgic sentiment as New York City’s Rockefeller Center or Vienna’s Christmas Market, it makes up for it with millions of dazzling LED lights.…
There are plenty of places and things to do in Nakano and Koenji this coming holiday season that are bound to ignite our Christmas spirit. Whether that’s shopping the season sales at…
When one foreign official recently had the gall to call Japan’s new border policies “flexible,” I presumed he had taken leave of his senses. Rather, the “eased” rules have saddled hopeful arrivals…
By David McElhinney
Christmas may not be a public holiday in Japan, but the country more than makes up for it by dedicating the entire month of December to it. The last month of the…
By Cezary Jan Strusiewicz
In the first weekend of December, Tokyo becomes illuminated and beautifully festive. Enjoy Tokyo’s Christmas illuminations, from Roppongi to Oshiage or check out the winter shows of select art galleries. Alternatively, join…
A visit to the most prominent shrines and temples of Tokyo, from Meiji to Sensoji, is high on the agenda of most who arrive in the city for the first time. They…
By Ciaran Lawler
This week is Tokyo: Get one last taste of autumn at some of the afternoon teas around the city, pop by Koki Arts for their latest exhibition featuring artist Evan Nesbit or get excited…
