Situated at the upper end of the Izu Peninsula, Atami’s rich and storied history dates back to the discovery of natural hots springs (onsen) there around the fifth century. In the years since, the area has built a laudable reputation as a seaside resort renowned for those very hot springs. During Japan’s bubble economy in…

Built in 1996 and renovated less than 10 years ago, the iconic Hilton Tokyo Odaiba is centrally located hotel on the shore of Tokyo Bay. With hundreds of rooms, many services and restaurants, the hotel is an ideal destination for business travelers, couples and families. Well-appointed accommodations The Hilton Tokyo Odaiba has a broad selection…

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…

teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM (teamLab Borderless) is moving from its former location in Odaiba, Tokyo and is set to open at Azabudai Hills in Tokyo on February 9, 2024. Finally unveiled in its entirety, over 50 independent artworks form complex interrelationships, creating one borderless world. Visitor will be surprises from their entrance artwork, People Don’t See…

Studying Japanese is very useful for living in Japan. J SELECT features Japanese language schools in the greater Tokyo area that offer short-term courses suitable for foreign residents of Japan, such as businesspeople or spouses and children of expatriates. These include courses on business Japanese or preparation for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT). Here…

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…

What comes to mind when you hear the word ‘Tsukudani’? Like dried seaweed tsukudani on freshly cooked white rice or seaweed tsukudani in rice balls, it’s best accompanied with rice and sake. Tsukudani is a Japanese traditional food wherein fish, shellfish, seaweed, vegetables or even meat cooked in soy sauce base, and it has a…

As the capital of Japan and the country’s largest and most cosmopolitan city, Tokyo has no shortage of international schools. It can be hard to make the right choice for your child’s education, but if you’re looking for an international where the stimulating IB curriculum meets an immersive dive into Japanese language and culture, Capital…

As extensive and convenient as the trains can be in Japan, many parts of the country can only be experienced by car or motorcycle, and even in well-connected Tokyo, driving can save you from constantly worrying about train schedules, transfers, and confusing exits, or relying on expensive taxis. In a country with such a rich…

For those already living in Japan, as well as those planning to move to the Land of the Rising Sun, finding a comfortable, affordable and conveniently located place to live can be difficult. Language barriers and cultural differences can often make the task arduous and frustrating. Fortunately, Daito Kentaku Leasing Co.’s e-heya.net service is ready…