What makes a tsukimi party truly shine? A welcoming space and seasonal food to set the scene. Friends and family gather to watch the harvest moon rise. At the heart of tsukimi is togetherness.

Tokyo is full of surprises. One street throws neon lights and busy crowds at you like a video game. Turn the corner, and suddenly you’re in a quiet Japanese cafe (sometimes spelled “café”) that is a hidden treasure. These cafés aren’t just about grabbing coffee or tea. They mix design, comfort, and atmosphere to create...

In Japan, a unique summer event draws local music fans and people from around the world—the Fuji Rock Festival. It welcomes more than 100,000 people each year.

Haunted houses in Japan offer an exceptional and exciting experience like nowhere else. The word “yurei” means “ghost” in Japanese, but these ghosts are deeply connected to Japanese culture, history, and old stories. Japanese haunted houses, called obakeyashiki, have a long history that links ancient ghost stories, traditional beliefs about spirits, and modern-day fun. The...

When the weather turns crisp and the autumn moon shines bright, Japan celebrates tsukimi, the traditional moon-viewing festival.

The Nakagin Capsule Tower remains one of the most iconic and futuristic buildings in Japan’s architectural history. Let’s explore its revolutionary design and why it was demolished. We’ll also examine how MoMA in New York is bringing its story to life through a restored capsule. The exhibition offers a rare chance to step inside and...