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A Sneak Peek at Tokyo Mega Illumination 2022~2023・ Tokyo's Must-See Light Show EventSince 2020, for two years running, Tokyo Mega Illumination has taken first place on the “Must-See Japanese Illumination Event” ranking. So just what kinds of new lights, shows, horse attractions, and special campaigns does Tokyo Mega Illumination have in store for us this year? Take a look and see what's waiting in 2022!
Gunpla Beginners Welcome! A Guide to Starting Your Own Gundam AdventuresGunpla is short for “Gundam plastic models,” and this time, I'll be talking about how to begin with this new hobby - and why!
Do You Know Mobile Suit Gundam!? An Intro to Gundam & GunplaWhat do you know about Gundam and its popular plastic models? Here are the basics!
Updates from the Ghibli Theme Park in Aichi ・ Fall 2022 News!Can't wait to see Totoro, Howl, and all your other Studio Ghibli friends in person? It might just happen someday soon!
How to Make the Most of Rainy Days in JapanStuck with a rainy forecast as you explore Japan? Don't worry, Japan can be just as fun in foul weather!
5 Golden Week Events in the Tokyo Area, Spring 2022Japan's spring break is coming, which means time for travel, get-togethers, and events of all kinds. Here are a few fun things to do around Tokyo this Golden Week!
5 Unique Cherry Blossom Viewing Events in Tokyo 2022 ・ This Spring, Think Outside the Box!Cherry blossom season is on its way, so here are five of the best ways to celebrate the pretty pink sakura and join in on hanami (other than normal hanami)!
Updates From the Ghibli Theme Park Due to Open This November in AichiJust as planned, Ghibli Park is anticipating a partial open this year, without any delays!
That's No Hippo, This Is Moominvalley Park! Find Attractions, Shopping, Food, and More...Moomin, the beloved European kids' series, has found a home just outside of Tokyo, at this unique theme park!
New Pokemon-Themed “Lucky Park” Opens in Disaster-Struck FukushimaEver wanted to slide down a Lickitung? Now you can, in Fukushima!
Shizuoka's New Baby Red Panda Is Getting a Ridiculous Name, and You Can Help Choose ItThis adorable red panda will be getting an appropriately silly name, but which one will it be?
Secrets of San'in | Take a Deep Dive into Tottori's Marine Life at the Museum of Sea and...Under the sea, under the sea! Explore a different side of Tottori (take it from me)!
Pokemon Is Coming to Universal Studios Japan in 2022Ready to catch 'em all? Because you might get the chance in just a few months.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Is Returning to TV Screens with a Movie Edit and a Brand...With the movie and new episodes, the coming months will be a broadcast bonanza for Demon Slayer.
Japanese Cat Motimaru Named the Most Watched Feline on YouTube ・ Have You Seen His Videos...Move over Maru! This adorable cat has been bringing the people of Japan joy for the past two years, and now it's time for the world to meet Motimaru.
Japanese Miniatures That Capture a Moment in Time ・ Olympic Events and COVID-19These unique little scenes featuring face masks and Tokyo 2020 events are big on Instagram.
Ghibli Classic Spirited Away Is Coming to the Stage, and the Cast Is Here!For Ghibli fans and theater lovers, this live stage adaption of Spirited Away might be a dream come true.
Athletes and Reporters Arrive for the Olympics as the Tokyo 2020 Press Center Opens in...Preparations for the Tokyo Olympic Games are in the final stages, ahead of the official start on July 23.
The Tokyo Olympics Bans All Alcohol Sales and Consumption at the GamesThis summer, the Olympic Games will go on, but alcohol sales will not.
Tokyo 2020 Moves to Limit Olympic Audiences to Only 10,000The Japanese government and the IOC have decided to keep crowds small for the Olympic Games.
The Survey Corps Is Recruiting! New Attack on Titan Character Creator Lets You Be an...Watching Attack on Titan, did you ever imagine what kind of Survey Corps member you might be? Make your own Attack on Titan character with this manga character creator!
A Hokkaido Winery Surrounded by the Forest, the Sea, and the Sky ・ Niki Hills WinerySurrounded by vineyards and the wild nature of Hokkaido, this Japanese winery is a destination in and of itself.
【Photo Focus】 Filming at Tsubamesanjō Station with JR East ・ Japankuru in NiigataA behind the scenes look at Japankuru's recent trip to the Tsubame-Sanjo area, and what we were up to there!
【Photo Focus】 Artisans at Gyokusendo ・ Crafting Copper in Tsubame-Sanjo Since 1816The Tsubame-Sanjo area is famous for Japanese handicrafts and factories, and Gyokusendo has been at it for over 100 years.