Seasonal
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5 Christmas Games in Japan You Should Play!
Are you familiar with any of these Christmas games in Japan? Have you played them before? Read on to learn the rules and how to play.
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Spooky Season at USJ: Don’t Miss Universal Studios Japan Halloween!
Interested in a trip to USJ? Don't miss this spooky season! Join in the Universal Studios Japan Halloween festivities and prepare to be scared. Read more!
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What Is Kouyo? A Guide To Seeing Autumn Leaves In Japan
Beautifully colored autumn leaves are called kouyo in Japanese and viewing them during the autumn season is a Japanese pasttime! Read our recommendations!
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Essential Tips for Surviving Summer in Japan
Summer in Japan is known to be especially hot and humid, but with this advice (and some Japanese secrets), you can stay cool and comfortable even outdoors!
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Nanakusa, Japan’s Seven Herbs of Autumn
But there are seven other lesser-known herbs for Autumn (Aki no nanakusa - 秋の七草), which many of us Japanese people don’t even know!
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Umbrellas in Japan: Key Things You Need to Know
Thought you knew everything about umbrellas in Japan? Read on for staggering info that'll stop you from buying a crisp new plastic conbini kasa.