November 20, 2016, was the culmination of a 3 week long promotion of Tohoku products at the Toranomon Hills complex in the area becoming known as "Shintora" (combining the names of the Shinbashi and Toranomon districts of Tokyo). The absolute highlight of the day was the Shintora Matsuri Parade, featuring troupes from the six major … Continue reading Shintora Matsuri Parade: bringing Tohoku to Tokyo
This article describes a walk that includes a brief stretch of the Tokaido around Shinagawa-juku and then following the Meguro River to its mouth and the modern waterways of the area. (Archived article - Originally published by Japan Today.)
This article introduces various sights and activities in and around Enoshima, a destination just an hour from Tokyo. Thanks to the beach, it's especially (but not only) fun in summer! (Archived article - original published by Japan Today)
This article describes travelling to and through the famous snow corridor between Toyama and Nagano Prefectures, which opens in mid to late April every year, once the mountains roads can be cleared of snow. (Archived article - originally published by Japan Today)
This article takes readers on a walk to visit Japan's seven lucky gods at shrines and temples in the Shibamata neighborhood of northeast Tokyo. Such walks are a popular new year's activity, said to bring luck and fortune to participants. In addition, the walk is fun and interesting! (Archived article – Originally published by Japan … Continue reading Shibamata’s seven lucky gods walk
In the dog days of summer, there's nothing better than a cold brew! This article introduces a number of options for brewery tours and tastings across Japan. (Archived article - Originally published by Japan Today)
This article introduces the modern and historic port town of Shimizu in Shizuoka Prefecture. There are a surprising amount of interesting spots to visit and things to do here. (Archived article - Originally published by Japan Today)
This article overviews a number of festivals taking place in various parts of the Tohoku region during Golden Week. (Archived article - Originally published by Japan Today)
This article features a steam train journey through the mountains to Tsuwano and then details the various historical sites of the town. (Archived article - originally published by Japan Today)
This article offers 10 ideas in and around Tokyo good for Golden Week, or other times. (Archived article - Originally published by Japan Today)
This article describes the O-eshiki festival that takes place at Ikegami Honmonji Temple from October 11 to 13 every year, with the major parade and ceremonies from nightfall to midnight on the night of October 12. (Archived article - Originally published by Japan Today.)
This article introduces Matsudo, an old post town that has become a Tokyo suburb but still offers plenty of interesting historical features. (Archived article - Originally published by Japan Today)
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