We invite you to visit the grand Gion Matsuri festival in the ancient Japanese capital of Kyoto. This is an annual festival of the Yasaka Shrine, which has a history of about 1,100 years. It is considered one of Japan's top three festivals, along with Kanda Matsuri in Tokyo and Tenjin Matsuri in Osaka. The festivities span the entire month of July, but its undoubted highlight is the procession of 33 large platforms,...
In Japan, thermal springs have always been popular year-round, and locals often head to various onsen resorts across the country to enjoy all-round care and get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. One of Hokkaido's three major thermal spas, Yunokawa Onsen in Hakodate, now offers a new hotel with a rooftop onsen overlooking the Strait of...
Introducing an exclusive evening in Tokyo: a private cruise with masterpieces of Japanese cuisine and sake under the stars! Embark on a breathtaking journey through the picturesque waters of Tokyo Bay while savoring the best of Japanese cuisine. On this private cruise, you will encounter exquisite dishes prepared by top chefs. Your evening will be accompanied by exquisite sake that will highlight the unique flavors of each...
A Japanese food manufacturer has introduced an "alternative tuna" made from plant-based ingredients, with the claim that the product contributes to the preservation of tuna stocks in the ocean. Such fish is hugely popular in Japanese cuisine. NH Foods says the product is based on "konnyaku": made from ginger and other ingredients. According to the company, it took time to develop the flavor and texture of the product to give...
Where are you at with the Olympics? We get this question from our partners and tourists as often as we get the question of when to come to Japan. So far, the Olympic torch relay, which was brought to Japan last year, is expected to start on March 25. It will start from a soccer training center located in the prefecture of...
