Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner

December in Japan is a season of clear winter skies, crisp air, cultural depth, and a quiet elegance that cannot be found at any other time of year. For travelers seeking authenticity, refined cultural immersion, and a deeper sense of place, December offers some of the most memorable things to do in Tokyo in December—especially when explored through the warm glow of tradition in Kagurazaka. This guide introduces the winter climate, seasonal customs, festive atmosphere, and th

(The Head Coach System Series — Part 3) This article is Part 3 of our Head Coach System for Travel series, where we introduce the behind-the-scenes approach that allows us to deliver Japanese cultural experiences in Tokyo that are not only beautiful and authentic, but also deeply memorable for every traveler. In Part 1 , we explained how we adjust each program based on every guest’s cultural background and level of understanding. In Part 2 , we showed how daily communication

(The Head Coach System Series — Part 2) This article is Part 2 of our series introducing the philosophy and design behind our flawless cultural experiences in Kagurazaka. In Part 1, we explored how our Head Coach System ensures seamless quality. In Part 2, we reveal the psychology that makes our artisans genuinely enthusiastic — and why a single encounter with true tradition can shape your entire memory of Japan. Why One Perfect Moment Can Define Your Entire Journey — The Psy

About Koishikawa Korakuen and the “Shinzan Koyo o Tanoshimu” Autumn Event From November 22 to December 7, 2025, Koishikawa Korakuen Garden  will once again host its annual autumn event, “ Shinzan Koyo o Tanoshimu (Enjoy the Mountain’s Autumn Colors) .” Located in central Tokyo, this historical garden was originally built in the early Edo period as the daimyo garden of the Mito Domain, one of the three major Tokugawa families. Koishikawa Korakuen is designated both as a “ Spec