Experience a grand hotel adventure with Pokémon stay packages filled with collaboration amenities and Pikachu-inspired dining, including a luxurious Pokémon-themed suite. Grand Hyatt Tokyo is joining Pokémon’s 30th anniversary celebrations with two summer stay packages, which invite guests to embark on a captivating adventure with their favorite Pokémon in the heart of downtown Tokyo. Available…

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…

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 Japanese government will conduct the census as of October 1, 2025. The census is the most important statistical survey, conducted once every five years. The results of the census are used for measures such as community development that facilitate life in Japan for foreign residents. The census covers all individuals who have lived, or plan to…

Yugawara Onsen has a long history, famed as the only hot spring mentioned in the ancient Manyoshu poetry collection. In medieval times, it was cherished by samurai and villagers alike, and during the Edo period it became known nationwide as the “Healing Spring” for wounds. Writers, artists, and politicians were drawn to its waters, and…

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,…

As the largest metropolis on the planet, it is difficult to imagine that there could ever be a lack of something to do in the city. That said, there is always room for new activities and Tokyo has many unique entertainment and experience options available to satisfy just about everyone. Below are just a few…

Aside from sushi, ramen is probably the most popular Japanese food worldwide. While it is well known as a quick and cheap cup noodle meal, real ramen tastes much better than the packaged kind. And there’s no better place to try ramen than in Japan itself, as the entire country specializes in it. Ramen, first…

More and more beef and other meats are gaining in popularity, and whether you cook it yourself or enjoy it a restaurant, understanding what you are buying and the ways to cook it is the difference between dinner and an unforgettable meal. This article will introduce some basic cooking methods and go over some of…