- Tokyo 2020: Make the Most of a Spring like No Other
- At a time when Tokyo residents would normally be poised to flood the city’s parks for grand hanami parties, the government of Japan has asked potentia
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- When I think of Shikoku, the first thing that comes to mind is the old pilgrimage route that circles the island. I had been to this part of Japan twic
- Experience a bit of Ishikawa Prefecture in Tokyo
- At the end of 2019, my colleague and friend Chigaya invited me to visit the city of Kanazawa and the peninsula of Noto, in Ishikawa Prefecture. I had
- Shibuya Scramble Square: Tokyo’s Newest Rooftop Observation Deck
- Location, location, location. It should come as no surprise that this classic real estate adage also applies to skyscraper rooftop observation decks.
- How to Learn Japanese the SMART Way
- When learning Japanese, motivation and excitement is highest when you’re a beginner. It’s easy to chart your progress, and your world noticeably expan
- Tips and Thoughts on Cycling in Japan: A Tadaima Japan Roundtable Discussion
- So far, the Tadaima Japan team has tackled the highs and lows of using trains and automobiles in Japan. For this roundtable discussion, we’re sharing
- 3 Applications That Will Help You Read Japanese
- After coming to grips with the soul-crushing inevitability of having to memorize over 2000 kanji characters, the next wall of frustration that Japanes
- 5 Unforgettable Japan Travel Experiences
- If you live in Japan long enough, fond memories and unforgettable experiences tend to pile up like plates at an all-you-can eat conveyor belt sushi re
- Tips and Thoughts on Driving in Japan: A Tadaima Japan Roundtable Discussion
- Japan is famous for its comprehensive, efficient, and punctual (for the most part) public transportation system. However, when it comes to reaching mo
- One-Day Ski Trip From Tokyo: Hunter Mountain Shiobara
- I used to ski every winter, but I stopped going a few years ago to focus on hiking. However, this year, I decided to give skiing another shot. This ti
- 5 Experiences within Walking Distance of the New National (Olympic) Stadium
- The 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games will be here before we know it, and if you’re lucky enough to have tickets for this historic event, chances are you’ll be
- Abura Soba, or Ramen Without Soup, at Menchintei in Shinjuku
- It’s not ramen, it’s not dipping noodles, it’s Tokyo’s famous abura soba! This Tokyo creation substitutes the thick rich ramen broth with a dash of vi
- The 3 Most Useful Japanese Learning Apps on My Phone in 2020
- I've been augmenting my Japanese studies with technology ever since I brought my trusty iPhone 3G from the States to Japan when I moved here in 2009.
- 4 activities to enhance your trip to Kanazawa city
- At the end of last year, I was able to visit Kanazawa for the first time with my colleague and friend Chigaya. The city has many awesome places to vis
- Japan Origin Stories: How, When, and Why We Came to Japan
- With a combined experience of nearly 35 years living and working in Japan, Amelie, David, and I figured it was high time we had a roundtable discussio
