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Does Japan Celebrate Thanksgiving? Understanding Japan’s View on the Holiday and Its Unique Seasonal Traditions

Thanksgiving is widely known as a major holiday in the United States and Canada, celebrated with family gatherings, feas...

CultureEvent / Festival

Located on the quieter eastern side of Kamakura, Hōkoku-ji—often called the “Bamboo Temple”—is one of the city’s most pe...

KamakuraTemple / Shrine

For travelers who want to experience Japan’s cultural heart, delicious food, and relaxed urban energy, the Kansai region...

Trip

Hidden within the deep cedar forests of Tochigi Prefecture, Nikkō Tōshō-gū stands as one of Japan’s most magnificent and...

NikkoTemple / ShrineTourist spot

If you’re visiting Japan and looking for something fun, energetic, and uniquely Japanese to do, a batting center is an e...

Sports

When people think of Tokyo’s skyline, one image often comes to mind: the bright orange-and-white lattice structure of To...

Tourist spot

Each winter, Roppongi transforms into one of Tokyo’s most elegant and magical nighttime destinations. Known for its mode...

DecemberEvent / FestivalSeasonWinter

Nikko, located just two hours north of Tokyo, is one of Japan’s most enchanting destinations for overseas visitors. Blen...

Nikko

Japanese CurrencyJapan uses the yen (¥) as its official currency. The yen is available in both coins and banknotes.1. Co...

Trip

When winter arrives in Tokyo, the city lights up with festive cheer—and nowhere captures the holiday spirit more beautif...

Event / FestivalTourist spot