8 Free Things to Do on a Rainy Day in Tokyo
When it rains in Tokyo, it rains a lot. We've found eight unique ways to spend an entertaining rainy day in the metropolis.
Tokyo Type Project
Away from the big streets you'll find that Japan suffers a dearth of clear signage. In part of the effort to rectify the situation, designer Yoshiaki Irobe has developed “Tokyo Ci...
The First Ramen Shop to Get a Michelin Star!
Even Ramen Adventures agrees: this is "shoyu" perfection!
Michelin-Recognized Yakitori
Masakichi Yakitori is featured in the Michelin Guide's "Bib Gourmand" section, a list of restaurants that offer exceptionally good food at a moderate price.
360° Book Lets You Own Mount Fuji
When designer Yusuke Ono submitted his 3-D book idea to the YouFab design contest in 2012, it was too labor intensive to be produced for sale. Not anymore.
This Sleek Tokyo House is Just 6 Feet Wide!
With four stories and dynamic interior design, it still offers 860 square feet (80 sqm) of living space.
Tokyo’s Top 3 Outlet Malls
If you're in need of a shopping spree, give Shibuya and Ginza a pass and head to one of Tokyo's great outlet malls.
Specialty Chopsticks for Ramen Noodles
These Edokibashi chopsticks are especially created for eating ramen without the noodles slipping down between them. Seriously!
Tokyo's Top 10 Drinking Districts
Tokyoites rank the best drinking districts for experiencing the 'real' Tokyo.
Spanish Street Artist Leaves an Exquisite Mark
During the month of June, 2015, Spanish street artist Pejac was traveling through Asia installing whimsical, captivating and sometimes provocative street art.
25 Things to Do (and Chew) in Tokyo
Self-described foodie Mark Wiens goes the distance in this entertaining video—and unlike many similar lists, this one features a number of attractions that won’t cost a single yen.
Suit Up and Prepare for Battle!
You can't help but get into the samurai spirit after visiting the Samurai Museum in Shinjuku's Kabukicho district!
A Gift-Wrapped Book About Seasonal Sweets
Utilizing an architectural approach to design, this photobook portrays the seasons depicted in the world of wagashi, Japanese traditional sweets.
How to Fix 7 Common Mistakes in Your Japanese
Learning Japanese Life in Japan
Picking up another language isn't easy, and you're bound to make a few mistakes along the way. But if you brush up on these seven common mistakes, you'll be sounding more and more...
Thomas the Post-Apocalyptic Tank Engine
A Japanese sculptor and model-maker going by the name Y Nakajima hacked the multi-legged Combat Creature toy to give birth to this laser-shooting, post-apocalyptic monstrosity.
'Jingle Bells' in Japanese!
Did you know that 'Jingle Bells' also exists in Japanese? Here you can find it with the Japanese both romanized and translated into English!
Video: 1,840 km of Japan in 14 Days
From Hiroshima to Nikko and all points in between, this four-minute video covers a whole lot of ground!
A Very Hidali Christmas
How exactly do you take six synchronized dancers and create a Merry Christmas greeting? Here's how!
The Wait is Over!
Ghibli fans rejoice! A new full-length feature film is set for release in 2016, with some surprising new additions to the crew.
10 Dos and Dont's for Visiting Japan
Before visiting or beginning your life anew in the land of the rising sun, you may want to brush up on some social faux pas in Japan.
