Studying Japanese is very important for living, working and staying in Japan. J SELECT features Japanese language schools in the greater Tokyo area offering long-term courses mainly for students looking to attend university or work in Japan and are usually one to two years of full-time study. Here’s a list to find your perfect school in…

Recognized with one star in the 2008 edition of the Michelin Guide Tokyo, OHARA ET CIE is a distinguished French restaurant quietly tucked away on a backstreet in Nishi-Azabu. Its minimalist yet sophisticated interior, centered around a clean white palette, provides an elegant setting for a dining experience that celebrates the beauty of seasonal ingredients….

Oktoberfest is the world’s largest beer festival and a widely recognized tradition originating from Munich, Germany. The festival has been celebrated annually by countless nations for over 200 years. In 2003, Japan started its own Oktoberfest in Yokohama to honor the German culture that the country has embraced with countless breweries and pubs across all…

Tokyo has been a leader in fashion for decades. A direct product of their long-lasting position in the industry is the rich vintage fashion scene in Tokyo. Brands that have sadly gone out of business and have lost a mainstream audience may still be found in the racks of a locally owned thrift store just…

Fashion in Tokyo, Japan has long been regarded as unique and at the forefront of worldwide culture and trends. The style you see on the busy streets of Japan is elaborate, purposeful and detailed. For every outfit you see, there is not only a top, bottoms and shoes, but rather it is composed of many…

  Floating like a mirage on the shimmering waters of Tokyo Bay, Odaiba is a vibrant entertainment hub that actually began its life in the 1850s as a series of man-made islands. These islands were originally built to mount artillery batteries against invading warships. History Anchoring this legendary waterfront today is Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba,…

Fashion in Tokyo, Japan has long been a point of inspiration for young adults all around the world. Each decade has something new and unique to offer. However, the most relevant and influential years began in the 1990s.  Similar to the rest of the world, the ’90s served as a cultural reset for Japan. Fashion…

Summers in Japan are filled with community events that bring the tourists and locals together over a shared appreciation of Japanese culture. Hanabi (fireworks) festivals are renowned in Japan for their extravagance and bright color schemes, but there are a plethora of other festivals in Japan that celebrate the culture itself.  “Matsuri,” which translates to…

Firework displays have been a staple of Japanese summers for centuries. They attract tourists and residents alike to the culture-rich hubs in Japan to witness some of the best and most elaborate light shows in the world.  Hanabi, translating directly as flower fire, can be seen in every corner of Japan, whether they be sold…

Summer is a great time to drink and enjoy outdoor parties! JSELECT magazine takes a look at some outstanding beer gardens in Tokyo. Summer Butcher’s Beer Garden 𖤣 The Oak Door Address: Grand Hyatt Tokyo 6F, 6-10-3 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo Tel: 03-4333-8784 Period: 7/1 (Wed) – 9/30 (Wed) Hours: 6pm – 10pm Website: https://www.tokyo.grand.hyatt.co.jp/en/restaurants/recommended/oak-door/beer-garden/ Prices:…