Category: Destinations
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Fukuoka/Tenjin - Not sure where to start exploring? Come here first. Complete guide to Tenjin Chikagai (Underground Shopping Mall) | Perfect for food, shopping, and souvenirs
If you're planning a trip to Fukuoka and Tenjin, one of the most convenient places to get a handle on things first is the Tenjin Chikagai (Tenjin Underground Shopping Mall). This underground mall connects to the Subway Airport Line "Tenjin Station" and the Nanakuma Line "[...]
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Ibaraki Joso Melon Festival Lands June 13! Free Tastings, 777 Yen Morning Sale, and Limited-Edition Sweets All in One Place
For an early summer day trip to the Tokyo suburbs, if you're looking for a half-day excursion that captures the season and allows for souvenir shopping, the Joso Roadside Station in Joso City, Ibaraki Prefecture (Michi-no-eki Jo […]
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A Must-Visit for Tokyo Jewelry Fans! The Complete Guide to TOKYO JEWELRY FES Featuring 350 Brands
If you'll be in Tokyo in early July and want to buy a piece of jewelry that will truly last as a travel souvenir, you can consider the TOKYO JEWELRY FES […
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Pokémon Cafe TOKYO Reopens with Renovations on 6/17! New Menu and Reservations-Only System Guide
Travelers planning a pilgrimage to the Pokémon Cafe in Nihonbashi, Tokyo, take note. Pokémon Cafe TOKYO has been closed for approximately 3 [...]
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[2026 Kumamoto DIY Trip] 3-Day, 2-Night Goddess Route Without Driving! Aso Volcano, Kurokawa Onsen Transportation Without a Car, and Dreamy Hot Spring Hotel Complete Guide
Since TSMC set up shop, coupled with the highly anticipated grand opening of Hoshino Resorts' top-tier, artsy hotel "OMO5 Kumamoto," "Kumamoto" [...]
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Kyoto Tango Seasight Onsen Ryokan! Ryotei Kai Early Summer Kaiseki and Asaburo Slow Travel
If you want to avoid crowds during your trip to Kyoto and arrange a quiet adult getaway to the Sea of Japan side, Ryotei Kai at Yumigahama Onsen is a great choice [...]
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Must-see in Sapporo's early summer! Hokkaido Jingu Festival: See the portable shrine procession and Nakajima Park food stalls
If you happen to be traveling to Sapporo in mid-June, the Hokkaido Jingu Festival (Sapporo Festival) is well worth including in your itinerary if you're looking to experience a more local Hokkaido daily life than just shopping and dining.
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[2026 Hakata Food Guide] Gion Iron Pot Gyoza (Tetsunabe) Strategy! Must-Eat Local Lineup Spot for Those Not Driving!
If your Fukuoka, Kyushu food list only includes tonkotsu ramen and motsunabe, you're missing out! The true soul of Hakata's nightlife is undoubtedly piping hot, crispy [...]
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[2026 Niigata Travel Guide] The World's Best in Architectural Oscars! "Né": A Luxury Top-Tier Stay for One Group Per Day
In recent years, avid Japanese tourism enthusiasts in Taiwan and Hong Kong (FIT segment) have begun to turn their attention to more in-depth, off-the-beaten-path hidden gems. If you are looking for a place that can [...]
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Ueno Park is free admission! Downtown Highball Fest features 65 food and drink stalls.
Ueno in Tokyo is not only great for visiting museums or seeing pandas, but from June 11th to 14th, 2026, you can also enjoy a very downtown-style Highball at Ueno Park [...]