In Japan, people consider watching fireworks with family and friends as a sign of welcoming the summer season. Just like they would be viewing the Sakura blossoms around Japan at the beginning of spring. Originally fireworks were used to ward off evil spirits, now a great entertainment for the entire family. Great chance for people […]
There is the typical Japanese summer event that takes place every year at the Art Aquarium Museum. The spectacular display of GoldFish, dynamic presentation that you don’t want to miss. On display on the 8th and 9th floor of Ginza Mitsukoshi in the new building produced by Hidetomo Kimur, you can enjoy the exhibit all […]
Japan’s summer is filled with wonderful, colorful festivals for the entire family to enjoy. One such festival will be held this year after being canceled for the past 3 years. Save July 9th and 10th to visit the temple grounds at Sensoji in Asakusa, great for photo shots, or just purchase the plant and decorate […]
Tanabata, Evening of the Seventh, also known as the Star Festival. Known to originate from the Chinese Qixi Festival. This is a celebration of the meeting of the deities Orihime ( Princess, daughter of the Sky King , Tentei). And Hikoboshi ( Male Star ) who got married, but prior to the marriage the princess […]
Things to do during the summer months in Tokyo and the surrounding areas. Spending time in Japan during the summer can be filled with an abundant amount of things to do and explore. Check out the TeamLabo Planets Tokyo. Make your reservations online and enjoy the spectacular show that the members of TeamLabo have put […]
Summer Festivals are just around the corner, happening everywhere in Tokyo and all around Japan. Fun time for families, with great street food vendors and many Japanese games to play as a family or just for children. Much of these festivals are sponsored by either shop merchants or the nearby shrines and temples. It is […]
Cherry blossom viewing or HANAMI season is approaching fast. Mid March and early May, expected date for Tokyo March 21, 2022 or even earlier. Magical time of the year in Japan is the blossoming of the Cherry trees, one after another from far south to the north. From Kumamoto to Kyoto. Tokyo to Sendai and […]
Hinamatsuri or Dolls Day/Girls Day, is a religious holiday in Japan, celebrated in various ways depending on the prefecture and areas. Every year on March 3rd, families with young girls celebrate by placing either their grandparents’ dolls that were passed down by generations or newly bought ones are displayed on a red carpet on either […]
Exploring Hiroo Step out of the wonderful apt. At Homat Monarch, fully renovated unit is #206. Friendly building with a wonderful take care that helps with everything that can not be done on your own. Right out the entrance is the Red Cross Street called Nisseki Dori where many major International School buses have their […]
Celebrating the beginning of spring through the Setsubun Festival. Setsubun ( roasted soybeans throwing festival ) is celebrated one day before the beginning of spring in the old Japanese calendar. This year 2022 will be performed on February 3rd. Setsubun means “ Seasonal Division “. Both Setsubun and Risshun have been celebrated yearly since the […]