Sleep Like You’re on a Night Train at This New Nagoya Hotel
R Hotel Nagoya Station Opens in August 2026 With Overnight Train-Inspired Rooms A new railway-themed hotel is set to open near Nagoya Station in August 2026, called R Hotel Nagoya Station and offering travellers a stay inspired by the quiet atmosphere of…
Best Thrift Shopping Areas in Tokyo
Best Thrift Shopping Areas in Tokyo: Where to Find Vintage Fashion and Second Hand Bargains Last Updated: June 2026 Tokyo is one of the best cities in the world for thrift shopping. From vintage Levi’s and oversized American jackets to Japanese…
Luna Azul Train from Tokyo to Aomori
Luna Azul Train from Tokyo to Aomori Launching in 2027 Japan’s railway travel is about to become even more exciting with the announcement of the new Luna Azul overnight sleeper train. Scheduled to begin service in spring 2027, this premium…
Japan Burger Championship
Japan Burger Championship 2026 Returns to Yokohama This June If you think great burgers can only be found in America, Japan’s biggest burger competition is ready to prove otherwise. The Japan Burger Championship 2026 returns to Yokohama this June,…
Godzilla Expo in Fukuoka
Godzilla Expo in Fukuoka Brings the King of the Monsters Back to Japan in 2026 Japan’s most famous movie monster is returning to the spotlight once again as the highly anticipated Godzilla Expo in Fukuoka arrives this June. For fans of kaiju films,…
Kyoto Night Market
Kyoto Night Market: The Best Evening Experience in Kyoto You Shouldn’t Miss When the sun sets in Kyoto, the city takes on a quieter, more mysterious charm, but for many travellers, that calm can quickly turn into a question: what is there to do at…
Kimono Converse Shoes From Kyoto
Kimono Converse Shoes From Kyoto Japan-exclusive Converse sneakers have long been a bit of a secret among sneaker fans, and here is something out of this world for sneaker fans, introducing the Kimino Converse Shoes from Kyoto. Unlike in many other…
Hatsune Miku Store in Harajuku
Hatsune Miku Store in Harajuku If you’re a fan of Hatsune Miku and planning a trip to Tokyo, there’s now one more must-visit destination to add to your itinerary. In April 2026, Japan officially opened its first permanent Hatsune Miku Store in Harajuku,…
Puyo Puyo at the Royal Park Hotel Hiroshima Riverside
Puyo Puyo at the Royal Park Hotel Hiroshima Riverside If you’re an anime fan planning a trip to Hiroshima and want something a little different from the usual sightseeing, here’s a fun and quirky experience to add to your itinerary. From 1 May to 30 June…
Furukawa Festival in Gifu
Furukawa Festival in Gifu (April 19–20, 2026) The Furukawa Festival in Gifu is one of Japan’s most compelling spring festivals, held every year on April 19th and 20th in the historic town of Hida Furukawa. Set against a backdrop of preserved streets and…