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More than 40 songs, seven units formed just for the show, and a title track released only two weeks before the concert! That’s what hololive English 4th Concert Serendipity had …

Introduction: The Film’s Cultural Wave in Japan On 24 July 2026, the much-anticipated first Chiikawa animated film, Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of the Mermaid Island, was released in cinemas …

Hakone is often added into Japan itineraries as it’s close to Mt. Fuji, you get to enjoy the wonderful onsen hot springs, and have a chance to experience the Japanese …

In recent years, we’ve gotten used to listening to our favourite music with just a few taps on a screen. Yet there’s still something special about sitting in a concert …

You may think that learning Japanese is difficult and especially for beginners the three writing systems can be intimidating. However, as the quality of Japanese textbooks currently out there is …

Of all the seasons observed in Japan, the Sakura blooming period is the most captivating, and Tokyo Sakura provides the best experience of this phenomenon. Every spring, the cherry blossoms …

For fans of My Neighbor Totoro, there’s something enchanting about seeing traces of the beloved forest creature in the real world. While Ghibli Park is the obvious starting point, Totoro’s …

Tucked away on Japan’s scenic northwestern coast, Kanazawa is often called “Little Kyoto” — a name that is a nod to its elegant geisha districts, samurai neighbourhoods, and refined craftsmanship. …

Updated on 11 February, 2026 Sakura cherry blossom season is around the corner in Japan for this year, and in 2026 you can expect the cherry blossoms to start blooming …

We’ve compiled the most common questions about Japan’s stunning Sakura cherry blossoms including the cherished tradition of Hanami—and we’re here with all the answers! Discover when and how long Sakura …