Since the beginning of October, Japan has re-opened its border to business travelers and non-citizens that reside in Japan for work or for school. Those who are allowed to enter must go into a 14-day quarantine on arrival. However, this …
Japan to reopen borders to travelers worldwide starting in October
Japan is loosening its restrictions for inbound travelers. So who is allowed to enter Japan now? Due to the dramatic surge of COVID-19 infection numbers, Japan has closed its border to 159 countries and regions around the world. This entry …
Do you want to stay at a centrally-located hotel in Tokyo for free?
Due to the COVID pandemic, there has been a dramatic drop-off in travel this year. Hotels are among the worst hit in the tourism industry with very few international tourists and business travelers staying overnight. Hotel New Shohei is one …
A Giant Moving Gundam Statue will soon appear in Yokohama
Gundam (ガンダム) is iconic in Japan and regardless of whether you watch anime or not, you have likely heard the name. If you’ve visited Odaiba in Tokyo, you may have seen the very first full-size Gundam statue (a classic RX-78-2) …
Here is your chance to graduate with a Ninja Studies Degree
Are you tired of classes at school and want a degree in something interesting and “stealthy”? Now’s your chance to get a Master’s Degree in Ninja Studies! In the age of the samurai (the Edo Period, from 1603 to 1867), …
Japan is re-opening borders to travelers soon
Earlier this year, Japan has banned the entry of many oversea visitors in order to limit the spread of the virus. However, the nation-wide state of emergency in Japan was lifted on May 25th. Japan has re-opened schools, cinemas, sports …
Japan’s 47 Prefectures have secret firework displays for the end of COVID-19
Japan is known for its summer “hanabi” (花火) firework festivals. Hanabi firework displays have had a long history in Japan, with hundreds of fireworks shows all across the country, usually in the summer between July and August. It is a …
800,000 Tulips Cut to Prevent Crowds During Pandemic
Usually during this time of year, the Sakura Tulip Festa would be taking place at the Sakura Furusato Square in Sakura City of Chiba Prefecture (about 1.5 hours from Tokyo city center). This festival showcases nearly 800,000 colorful tulips, all …
Cherry Blossom Forecast for Japan 2019: When to Visit During Sakura Season
Visiting Japan during cherry blossom (sakura) season is often on the top of travelers’ lists. Earlier this month in January, the Japan Meteorological Corporation released their most recent cherry blossom forecast for Japan, and the sakura bloom dates seem to …
Top 10 Onsen to Visit During the Winter
Featured Image: Courtesy of Japan-guide Hot springs (known as ‘onsen’ in Japan) are popular all year round it’s an especially special experience during the winter when the temperature is down and you just to rejuvenate your body. Onsen are great …