Summer in Japan is bustling with traditional cultural festivals, fireworks shows, and incredibly vibrant natsu matsuri (summer festivals). Let’s explore some popular games you shouldn’t miss at any Japanese festival, starting with the ring toss game!

Okinawa, Japan’s tropical paradise, offers a unique blend of natural beauty, rich culture, and fascinating history. This island prefecture, famous for its stunning beaches and crystal-clear waters, also has fantastic food and activities to enjoy! So, let’s check out some ways you can have a fantastic time in Okinawa! What can I eat and drink...

Suikawari is Japan’s traditional watermelon-splitting game! This summer activity combines teamwork, laughter, and a delicious treat!

Karate, or karate-do, is a traditional martial art from Japan. Those practicing it aim for professional competition and seek to improve their health and flexibility!

Today, we’ll focus on lesser-known art festivals in and outside Tokyo that showcase independent and local artists. Here are five art festivals in Japan that you need to check out this year.

Kokudo Station is Japan’s emptiest train station and deserves a visit for the curious. It is not a dangerous place to visit, but one that is a bit out of the way and a bizarre place in that no one has made any efforts to alter it in any way.