So you’ve decided to live your anime, manga, and samurai dreams, and want to head to the Land of the Rising Sun—Japan! But what about the flight? Flights are usually the most expensive part of your trip, and frankly one of the toughest things to find cheaply. However, if you follow these tips, you can really save a lot of money. How much? Last year … Continue reading Cheap Flights to Japan: Tips for Budget Travelers
Looks like McDonald’s Japan and the Pokémon Trading Card Game are teaming up again! Mysterious posts featuring Pokemon shadows has fans convinced a new Pokémon Happy Meal promo is on the way, likely celebrating Pokémon’s 30th anniversary. Fans are already excited… and a little nervous. Last year’s promotion sold out fast, with long lines and scalpers causing enough chaos that McDonald’s had to limit purchases. … Continue reading Pokémon and McDonald’s Japan: Exciting Happy Meal Collaboration 2026
Fans visiting the Pokémon Center Shibuya got a surprise this week—the iconic Mewtwo statue has mysteriously vanished from its display tube! 👀🧪 The empty chamber sparked wild theories online, from “Mewtwo escaped!” to “Team Rocket stole it!” But the most likely explanation? A clever promotion for Pokémon GO, which is about to debut Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y during this summer’s big event. … Continue reading Mystery at Pokémon Center Shibuya: Where Did Mewtwo Go?
One of Japan’s most beautiful times of year is Sakura or Cherry Blossom season. The Sakura are so important to Japan that much of the country comes to a standstill when they bloom. Right now the Sakura are blooming in Japan, and though many of you are not able to see them in-person, you can still enjoy their beauty. Sakura symbolize the ephemeral nature of … Continue reading Experience Japan’s Breathtaking Sakura Season
Den Den Town (Nipponbashi) is the go-to place in the Osaka downtown district during March, for its very popular annual Nipponbashi Street Festa–an otaku-matsuri extravaganza. Den Den Town is known for its electronic shops that are lined with a mix of old school, new school, hip trending fashion, anime, manga, movies and games–reminiscent of what you might see in Akihabara in Tokyo, Japan. The matsuri … Continue reading Den Den Town: Nipponbashi Street Festa
Tanabata (七夕) also known as the “Star Festival”, is a popular festival in Tokyo, and is celebrated on July 7th each year. This festival celebrates the meeting of the gods Orihime and Hikoboshi (represented by the stars Vega and Altair). Legend of Two Lovers Orihime (織姫 Weaving Princess), daughter of the Tentei (天帝 Sky King), wove beautiful clothes by the bank of the Amanogawa (天の川 Milky Way). Her father loved the clothes, but Orihime was sad because she … Continue reading Tanabata Festival!
After 27 years, Hokkaido’s beloved travel magazine Hokkaido Good Trip Research Lab has officially reached its final issue—but the journey isn’t over. Editor Azarashi Tateura says he’s launching a brand-new magazine called Traveling Seal later this year, designed for readers who still love traveling—even if they can’t always hit the road. The new magazine will focus on the stories behind the journey, unexpected adventures, and … Continue reading Hokkaido’s Travel Magazine Transitions: Discover the Traveling Seal
Mark your calendars! The 77th Inagawa Fireworks Festival returns to Kawanishi on November 7, ending a two-year wait with around 4,000 fireworks lighting up the night sky. In a first for the event, fans can score paid premium viewing seats through Japan’s hometown tax donation program, with just 170 spots available on a first-come, first-served basis. The festival has also moved from August to November … Continue reading 77th Inagawa Fireworks Festival: Everything You Need to Know
Pokémon TCG fans, it’s go time! ⚡ Amazon has opened an invitation-only lottery for the new Storm Emeralda expansion pack, headlined by the fan-favorite Mega Rayquaza. 🐉✨ Just hit “Request an Invitation” on the product page for your chance to buy one box (30 packs) if you’re selected. The set is part of this summer’s Mega Rayquaza Soaring Through the Sky campaign, making it one … Continue reading Exclusive Opportunity: Storm Emeralda Pokémon TCG Lottery
Japan’s biggest ghost story festival is back! 👻🔥 Tokyo Kaidan Collection 2026 returns this August, bringing together spine-chilling true ghost stories, live acting, dramatic readings, and top voice actors for an even bigger supernatural experience. The event features a star-studded lineup of actors, famous voice actors, and 23 popular ghost storytellers, plus special all-star ghost story nights guaranteed to send chills down your spine. If … Continue reading Tokyo Kaidan Collection 2026: Japan’s Ghost Story Festival Returns
