Introduction to Tokyo Christmas Markets Tokyo, a city where ancient traditions meet modern trends, celebrates Christmas with a distinctive flair. Instead of snow-covered landscapes and cozy fireplaces, Tokyo's Christmas markets offer a Japanese interpretation of… Read More
Tokyo is a city like no other. In hundreds of ways it’s unique, unforgettable, and one of the most exciting places in the world. When it comes to eating out in Tokyo, the choices are… Read More
Just the mention of Tokyo brings to mind so many things in a traveler’s imagination: the Tokyo Museum, the famously efficient Tokyo express trains, Tokyo tea ceremony, skyscrapers, the varieties of Tokyo sushi, cherry blossom… Read More
The Smart Way to Do Tea Ceremony in Japan Attending a tea ceremony in Tokyo is a must-do event for any visitor. The country’s famous tradition dates back more than 1,000 years and is an… Read More
Japanese language as an academic study goes though cycles of popularity. In the 1980s, when the “Japanese business miracle” was a central topic of discussion in MBA schools worldwide, the language enjoyed a decade-long surge… Read More
In a culture where matcha tea ceremony and karaoke singing coexist, visitors to Japan are often astounded at the country’s strange blend of ancient and modern. Having already conquered the West, karaoke sing-along still reigns… Read More
Japan is not all Kabuki drama, baseball and matcha tea. There’s a haunted side to the nation’s biggest city, and plenty of tourists flock to it, on buses, in taxis, by train, and on foot.… Read More
Tokyo is one of the most global cities in the world. At least 50 languages can be heard on its main streets on a busy day, and the number of Westerners in some neighborhoods is uncommonly… Read More
The world is awash in tea culture, tea tradition and tea history. Wars have been fought over tea, mass migrations have taken place as a result of failed tea harvests, and the world’s economy counts… Read More
History of Japanese Cherry Blossom Festivals The ephemeral beauty of cherry blossoms has captivated people for centuries, inspiring the tradition of Japanese cherry blossom festivals, known as hanami. This tradition is deeply intertwined with Japanese… Read More
