Marking 30 years of luxury accommodation in the capital of Japan, the comprehensive renovations at The Westin Tokyo wrapped up in 2023, breathing new life into this venerable Tokyo icon. With new looks across several areas, including The Lounge and international restaurant The Terrace. Inspired by an orangery, The Lounge is more light-filled and open and more integrated with the lush…

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…

Japan’s second city is taking center stage as the Osaka Expo is in full swing and InterContinental Osaka is standing by to make your visit luxurious and unforgettable. With 272 rooms, suites and Residences, InterContinental Osaka is the perfect destination for families and business professionals alike. Location, location, location Conveniently situated near Osaka station in…

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…

Yakatabune are traditional restaurant boats that trace their history back to the Heian Period (794- 1185). Many courses are served on a traditional yakatabune, typically accompanied with freshly fried tempura. This classic dining experience is being reimagined at Sushi Origami. Sushi Origami offers the finest Edomae-style sushi on a yakatabune, supervised by the popular Sushi…

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…

For more than 50 years AGS Worldwide Movers has dedicated itself to ensuring that moves, either international or domestic, individual or corporate, are carried out as smoothly as possible with the utmost levels of customer service and professionalism. History Since its foundation in 1974, AGS Worldwide Movers has continuously expanded its network, and today the…

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…

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…