Start the upcoming New Year with a visit to one of Osaka’s recommended shrines for Hatsumode, where you can pray for peace and safety in 2026. 1. Sumiyoshi Taisha (住吉大社): The Main Sumiyoshi Shrine of ...

AEON MALL operates approximately 170 shopping malls throughout Japan. In addition to its large-scale supermarkets, you can also shop at stores for famous fashion brands and drugstores, and enjoy ...

December hits Tokyo and the rest of the Kanto region, bringing Christmas, New Years Eve, and winter with it! This month sees lots of festive illuminations, Disney’s famed Christmas events, and a whole ...

In Japan, you'll see pretty flowers begin to bloom around February, in the midst of the cold of winter. Depending on the season, they could be either plum, peach, or cherry blossoms. However, it can ...

There's a lot to admire about traditional Japanese clothing: exquisite kimono, colorful yukata, boldly designed happi, and simple, but dignified hakama are all celebrated garments originating from ...

Takoyaki, Okonomiyaki, Kushikatsu. When asked about Osaka cuisine, people have their opinions. In recent years Osaka has had a surge of overseas tourists, and we were curious about how foreigners ...

Modern technology intertwines with 400 years of swordsmithing skills. In Japan, there’s a tradition that when a master artisan or craftsman retires, he passes on his name to his most talented ...

People living in Japan have a variety of options when choosing a bank. Similar to other countries, you can choose from large domestic banks, small regional banks, international banks and others.

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Autumn in Japan spans from September to November, with foliage changing from mid-October onwards. The end of November is the peak time to enjoy vibrant foliage across the country. Two waves of foliage ...

Tokyo isn’t just about massive electronics megastores. You’ll also find niche specialty shops in Akihabara and discount stores packed with uniquely Japanese gadgets. With so many options spread ...

JST is managed by Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO), providing foreign visitors safety tips and latest information in case of natural disasters. The Japan National Tourist Organization (JNTO) ...