An Action-Packed Day at Nagashima Spa Land
You could kick back and relax all day at Nagashima Spa Land. Or, you can get your thrills on the best roller coasters in western Japan, enjoy some smooth jazz, go shopping, and cap off the day with a leisurely soak in the hot springs!
The 5 Top-Searched Hotels in Tokyo
From movie and Japanese pop-culture fans to those who just want a simple room, these 5 top-searched Tokyo hotels will provide you with excitement, comfort, and definitely a good night’s rest.
8 Great Kinds of Theater in Japan
Japan has a vast array of theatrical traditions, both ancient and modern. From kabuki to Broadway musicals, there's always something great to see!
7 Prime Presents from the ¥100 Shop
These great items may only be ¥108 after tax, but your friends and family don't need to know that! And the quality's so good, they probably won't be able to tell!
Experience the Edo Period at Toei Eigamura
Where can you still see samurai, ninja and geisha roaming the streets of Japan? The answer is this theme park in Kyoto!
The 11 Cat Islands of Japan
If you are dying to see some kitties out in the wild, you'll want to stop by these islands that have cats galore!
9 Can't-Miss Souvenirs from Tokyo Disneyland
If you have a chance to go to Tokyo Disneyland, you must check out these souvenirs. Don't forget to buy a gift for yourself too!
Kobe Animal Kingdom
If you've ever wanted to feed and touch exotic animals, here's your chance at the Kobe Animal Kingdom, where the animals can wander around, interacting with each other as well as you, in a very open environment. Check it out!
Dive into a Daiso
Take a four-minute tour through all the weird and wonderful stuff at Daiso, Japan's largest ¥100 chain.
12 Things Every ALT Needs from the ¥100 Shop
Being an ALT is a resource-intensive profession. The ¥100 shop has almost everything you need to be ready for the classroom!
3 Reasons Why I Like Tokyo DisneySea
If you had to choose between Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea, which would you choose?
5 Tips for Enjoying Kagura
This thousand-year-old Shinto dance is both graceful and opulent. But watching outdoors can be cold!
10 Totally Instagram-Worthy Spots in Japan
Japan is a wonderfully photogenic country, perfect for photo fans and Instagrammers. Take envy-inducing shots at some of the country's finest spots!
How to Use a Loppi Ticket Machine
Loppi ticket machines are a convenient way to get tickets for sports events, concerts and theater, as well as day passes for Universal Studios Japan, Disneyland and the Ghibli Museum!
Distinguishing the 4 Big ¥100 Chains
You may know Daiso, Seria and Can★Do—but have you heard of Watts? And do you know the differences between them?
One of the Best Parks for Pokémon Hunting
Rare Pokémon and everything you need to catch them are waiting at Hamacho Park.
8 Key Phrases for Navigating 'Izakaya'
Don't speak Japanese? Walk into a Japanese-style pub and order with ease using these eight key phrases!
Explore This Cat Island Close to Tokyo
Get up close and 'puursonal' with these kitties on an island that's just a hop, skip and a jump away from Tokyo.
5 Great Things for Animal Fans to Do in Japan
Want to sit in a café with your favorite furball? Watch monkeys play in hot springs? Feed semi-tame deer? All you need to know is where to go and Japan has your answer!
Think You Know All the Hirgana Characters?
Learning Japanese Deeper Japan
Only one out of five Japanese people can read these characters—can you?
