Basic Tips for Foreigners about Izakayas: Ordering from Japanese Menus Solution 2 I recommend remembering common ordering patterns at...

In Cases Where There is Only a Japanese Menu The biggest problem for foreigners who can't read Japanese is how to place an order when...

Izakaya is Japanese Food Culture If a foreigner comes to Japan for a sightseeing trip, I recommend going to an "Izakaya." Izakaya is a...

The Evolution of Geisha Districts from the Meiji to Showa Era When the Edo period ended, and the Meiji era began (1868-1912), the...

What Does a Geisha Do during the Edo Period? In the Edo period (1603-1868), it was customary for Yoshiwara to host banquets with...

Discover the 1,400-Year-Old Art of Kumihimo and Its Unique Terminology in Kagurazaka, Shinjuku Kumihimo, which originated from mainland...

Discover the 1,400-Year History and Unique Craft of Kumihimo in Japan Japanese Kumihimo (braided cords) have a history of 1,400 years...

Are There No Geisha in Kyoto!? Foreign tourists often ask, "Are there Geisha in Tokyo as well as Kyoto?" The answer is, "There are no...

Did you know that there is a deep connection between Noh and Sumo? This connection is rooted in the Noh play "Takasago," which has been...

Fireflies Are Coming to Kagurazaka, Central Tokyo in July Did you know that you can enjoy fireflies viewing in Kagurazaka, Shinjuku ward,...

Sumo Ticket Pre-Sale Dates Set a Year in Advance Sumo wrestling is incredibly popular among foreign tourists. However, it's often said...

Do you know what a Hokan (幇間) is? Hokan often appear in traditional Japanese arts like Rakugo storyteller, so it's a word worth knowing....

The Symbolism of Pine Trees on Noh Stages Pine trees are always prominently depicted on Noh stages. When you enter a Noh theater, the...

Overview of Michelin Guide-Listed Restaurants in Kagurazaka As of the end of May 2024, there are 23 Michelin Guide-listed restaurants in...

Kagurazaka: A Finest Gourmet District in Tokyo Kagurazaka is not a bustling commercial district lined with large shopping buildings like...

The Kagurazaka shopping district offers not only a unique shopping experience but also opportunities for meaningful interactions with...

Shinjuku Convention & Visitors Bureau Hosts 10th Anniversary Celebration On Tuesday, June 4th, the 11th Annual General Meeting and the...

The Large Ring at Shinto Shrines in June: "Chinowa Kuguri" As June begins, large grass rings appear at Shinto shrines. Do you know what...

Japan has many Shinto shrines, attracting numerous visitors. According to the 2022 Religious Yearbook, there are 84,316 registered Shinto...

Dear foreign tourists, when visiting Tokyo, would you like to walk around lively streets filled with local Japanese people, away from the...