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…

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…

With the most Michelin stars of any city in the world, Tokyo is an urban center with nearly endless culinary options to choose from. Ranging from the very best restaurants in 4-star hotels to tiny, out-of-the-way noodle joints, there is no shortage of places to eat. But sometimes the plethora of choices is just too…

Diners Club French Restaurant Week, a gourmet event born in France, is being held for the 15th consecutive year this year. During the event, anyone can enjoy course meals at special event prices at over 500 participating French restaurants across the country, from Hokkaido to Okinawa. This year’s event will run for 31 days from Saturday,…

Japan is famous for having hundreds of thousands of matsuri (festivals) every year, and summer is no exception. These matsuri are traditional cultural events, some of them hundreds of years old. They stem from a fusion of ancient Japanese Shinto religion and Buddhism called Obon. Summer matsuri are unique, as they have often have exciting…

15 lucky winners will receive a dining voucher in Tokyo and Kansai! WINING & DINING in Tokyo is the only English-language restaurant magazine that has been published twice a year since 1992. WINING & DINING in Tokyo has three indexes, by cuisine, by area and by the name of the restaurants, making it very easy…

The luxury hotel Grand Hyatt Tokyo, standing tall amidst the hustle and bustle of the city, is hosting an enchanting summer night event called Soirée Blanche at the all-day dining venue The French Kitchen. This event, themed around a white dress code inspired by the resort areas of southern France, will take place on six…

Tokyo Sushi-Making Tour Ever been curious about what it’s like to be on the other side of the counter? Located just a short walk away from Akasaka Station, Itamae Sushi offers guests the one-of-a-kind experience of transforming into a sushi chef for a day, complete with uniform, professional tools and the same exceptional quality ingredients…

Why not live together with friends with a wide variety of perspectives (such as nationality, age, gender, and values), and through experience programs (various genres and interests), while interacting with nature, deepening your understanding of local and international exchange and the U.N. sustainable development goals and create a place where you can cultivate each other’s…