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Kyoto’s 3 Famous Festivals Bring the City’s Past to the Present

Apr 20, 2025
BY Graydon Lavallee

Having been Japan’s capital for over 1000 years, Kyoto has a rich, complex, and vibrant cultural tradition. The city is known for its imperial palace, countless temples and shrines, and its three important annual festivals, or matsuri, that celebrate the history of this timeless metropolis. Today […]

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Timeless Tradition: How AMA Divers Coexist with the Sea

Mar 12, 2025
BY Chisato Takahashi

Have you heard of the word “海女” (Ama) before? Chances are you haven’t, so let me teach you! Ama refers to female divers who dive for abalone, sea urchins, etc. in the seas of Japan. I first learned about this tradition when I watched the NHK […]

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SAKEKASU: WHO SAID IT’S JUST LEFTOVERS?

Mar 4, 2025
BY Chisato Takahashi

Tell me, have you ever tried Japanese sake? Sake is not only delicious but it's also healthy. However, you shouldn't forget the existence of “Sakekasu”, which is even more nutritious than sake. Interestingly, the word “Kasu” in Japanese can have a negative meaning of “leftovers” or […]

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Hiroshima Warmed Sake Festival 2025 – A Must-Visit Event for Sake Lovers!

Mar 1, 2025
BY Lauren Shannon

Mark your calendars for March 20, 2025, as Hiroshima hosts the 6th annual Hiroshima Warmed Sake Festival at the historic Hiroshima Castle's Honmaru lower grounds. This delicious event, held each year, celebrates the rich tradition of Hiroshima's sake brewing and offers an incredible opportunity to enjoy […]

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Hana Matsuri: Celebrating The Buddha’s Birthday

Mar 31, 2024
BY Amit Manjaramkar

Hana Matsuri is a celebration held across Japan to rejoice in the birth of the Buddha. The actual name for the birthday celebration is Kanbutsue, and different Buddhist nations celebrate the birthday on different dates. However, in Japan, the celebrations are held on April 8th, the […]

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN TOKYO: THINGS TO DO IN JULY 2023

Jul 1, 2023
BY Kiko Yee

July in Tokyo is synonymous with festivals and fireworks. The city comes alive with the sounds of taiko drums, the aroma of street food, and the colorful spectacle of traditional costumes. This is a time of celebration, where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with the modern energy […]

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN TOKYO: THINGS TO DO IN JUNE 2023

May 25, 2023
BY Kiko Yee

Experience the vibrant beginnings of summer in Tokyo this June! Immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere of traditional festivals, where dances and music fill the streets. Marvel at the exquisite beauty of blooming flowers, from the captivating iris displays to the enchanting hydrangea festivals. Quench your […]

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February Events and Setsubun in Tokyo 2020

Jan 22, 2020
BY Norma

February is full of great foodie events in Tokyo. Check out our must do and see list for this wintery season! From Setsubun to Star Wars, from old traditions to new theme cafes there is something for everyone.

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Recommended Foodie Events in Tokyo – December 2019

Nov 26, 2019
BY Norma

December is not just about Christmas and the rush to the new year! There are great foodie events around Tokyo- check out our top three recommendations for making delicious memories around the city.

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Recommended Foodie Events in Tokyo – August 2019

Aug 1, 2019
BY Norma

In Tokyo summer means festival, which is the best way to bare with the hot and humid weather of the city…Come find out festivals and events going on this month!

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