Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner

Understanding Tokyo, Japan’s Weather in July: What to Expect and How to Prepare Summer matsuri festivals. The opening of Mt. Fuji’s climbing season. July is one of the most popular months for international travelers visiting Japan, thanks to vibrant summer festivals and the opening of Mt. Fuji’s climbing season. But with soaring temperatures and high humidity, how can you make the most of your trip? This article uses up-to-date data from the Japan Meteorological Agency and Ja

“My usual matcha is now twice the price...” — Growing Concern Among Tea Ceremony Practitioners Matcha that once seemed readily available...

Tofu in Every Season: The Humble Star of Japanese Home Cooking I love tofu. Perhaps you do too? From silken hiyayakko on a hot summer...

A Global Spotlight on Authentic Samurai Culture: Inspired by SHOGUN and Hiroyuki Sanada’s Message With the global success of the Emmy...

Best Experienced in a Stage Show or at a Traditional Restaurant "Ryotei"? “The first time I saw a geisha enter a traditional ryotei, I...

Seeking Real Buddha Wisdom? Join a Rare Zazen Experience in Japan Just a short walk from Tokyo’s cultural enclave of Kagurazaka,...

On Saturday, June 7, 2025, the annual summer event “ Kagurazaka Premium Beer Hall ,” hosted by the geisha of Kagurazaka, was held at the...

Did Spider-Man Fight a Samurai 1,000 Years Ago in Japan at Noh Theater? Can you believe that Spider-Man once fought a Samurai 1,000 years...

There’s just one week left until the much-anticipated second “ Kagurazaka Premium Beer Hall 2025 ” event on Saturday, June 7th. This...

When Japan’s Geisha Gather: An Unprecedented Cultural Event at the 100th Azuma Odori Have you ever witnessed a gathering of geisha from...

Gagaku The Beauty of Authentic Traditional Performing Arts in Tokyo's Kagurazaka The traditional performing arts festival Kagurazaka...

Edo Or Kyoto? Which Experience Are Global Travelers Truly Seeking? Discover 1,000 Years of Authentic Japanese Culture in Tokyo’s Hidden...

Freshly Handcrafted Sushi, Made by a Chef — While You Glide Through Japan’s Best-Kept Gourmet Secret Imagine embarking on a journey that...

Japan’s Best-Kept Secret: Discovering Amaharashi Coast’s Timeless Beauty This is the second installment in my blog series on Takaoka...

Shokoji Temple A Best-Kept Secret in Japan’s Cultural Heartland While Kanazawa draws much of the spotlight as the cultural capital of the...

Johana Hikiyama Festival in Toyama: A 300-Year-Old Festival Registered as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage For the second year in a...

A Masterpiece of Tokyo's Kagurazaka Geisha I had the honor of attending the 51st “ Yukimoto-kai ,” held at the historic ryotei...

Why Not Join Tokyo’s Largest Traditional Performing Arts Festival – Completely Free of Charge? The official English website for the...

A Privilege to Be Recognized by One of Japan’s Leading MICE Professionals We recently had the honor of visiting Event Service Inc. , a...

Experience a unique cultural journey in Kagurazaka, one of Tokyo’s most historic districts. The Kagurazaka Street Stage Oedo Tour   2025...