Culture The 99th Tokyo International Gift Show: Spring 2026 Mid Feb The Tokyo International Gift Show (TIGS) returns for its 99th spring edition to redefine the beauty and art of gift giving.
Culture Asakusa Culture & Lights 2025 Dec 3rd - Dec 7th This December, Tokyo’s historic Sensoji Temple will host Asakusa Culture & Lights, an illumination event combining ancient tra..
Culture Discover Shiga Prefecture: Events at COCOSHIGA in T... Ryan Noble Explore the delicacies and crafts of Shiga Prefecture without ever leaving Tokyo. Visit COCOSHIGA for Shiga-made products and events...
Food A Taste of Shiga at COCOSHIGA Tom Roseveare COCOSHIGA offers a literal taste of Shiga, thanks to its souvenir and craft store, sake tasting bar and Omi beef sukiyaki restaurant,..
Culture Overtourism in Japan: How Bad Is It? Ryan Noble Overtourism in Japan—how bad is it? What are the effects? What can you do to lessen the effects, and where should you go inste..
Recommended Food Yakiniku Inoue Ginza Tom Roseveare In the heart of Ginza, Yakiniku Inoue invites guests to savor some of Tokyo’s finest Japanese Wagyu beef in ways both familiar..
Nightlife VIDEO GAME PROM 2026 Late Sep Power up your nostalgia and party like it’s 1999—Video Game Prom is here! Buy your tickets for the ultimate party for gamers, ..
Culture Ark Hills Autumn Festival 2026 Mid - Late Sep If you're looking for a fun way to celebrate all things fall in Tokyo, head to the ARK Hills Autumn Festival. The event blends..