Tourism in Japan has been given a major boost since Tokyo won its bid to host the 2020 Olympics. A record 19.7 million tourists visited the country in 2015, with many spending time…

From Macintosh computers to iPhones, Steve Jobs was the architect of countless era-defining tech innovations. But the Apple founder was also known for his passion for Japanese culture. He often spoke about how…

The Jigoku-mushi Purin custard pudding available in the Myoban onsen hot spring resort ranked first among local creme caramels in a survey. It is sold by Okamotoya Baiten. (Provided by Recruit Lifestyle Co.)The…

Japan's most famous samurai largely emerged from its two most significant feudal conflicts: the Genpei War (1180-1185) and the last years of the Warring States Period (1467-1590). The former war produced the Kamakura…

After our 47 books article, we figured a guide to Japanese KitKats — one flavor for each prefecture — would be a fitting follow-up.Thanks to KitKat’s willingness to collaborate with prefectures, there are…

2020 is the year that the Olympic and Paralympic Games will be held in Japan, and throughout the year, every corner of the country will be filled with a festive atmosphere. To share…

Not surprisingly called S’Apposentu, the small atmospheric restaurant located in the former Tsukiji fish market district pays tribute to the venue where the chef-owner found his great inspiration: traditional and innovative Sardinian cuisine…

The National Museum of Modern Art (MOMAT) is a treasure trove for cheapos because it opens its doors for free on the first Sunday of every month. The museum houses mainly Japanese works…

Akihabara (Japanese: 秋葉原) is a common name for the area around Akihabara Station in the Chiyoda ward of Tokyo, Japan. Administratively, the area called Akihabara mainly belongs to the Sotokanda (外神田) and Kanda-Sakumachō…

The clue is in the name, a portmanteau of ‘tempura’ and ‘donburi’. Tendon is therefore a bowl of white rice topped with deep-fried seafood and vegetables. Today, tempura has evolved into a cuisine…