The first Asian elephant born at Tokyo's Ueno zoo in its 138-year history was finally put on show to visitors Dec. 1, and officials said mother and calf are doing well. Asian elephants are a ...

The 10th edition of the Kakuuchi Festival is set to be another boozy affair. ‘Kakuuchi’ refers to the bar that’s inside a liquor store and this festival celebrates the kakuuchi culture by ...

What better way to stay toasty in the cold weather than making a stop at Japan’s biggest hot cocktail festival? There’ll be plenty of classics, such as mulled wine, as well as spiked beverages ...

Tokyo, the world's largest metropolis with 37.4 million people, presents a dynamic contrast of historical and contemporary. I offer market tours here and many of my clients say how much they love ...

Why rent a car to explore the Nagano area? With a car, you can craft a flexible itinerary, stop for breathtaking views, and enjoy local flavors from charming roadside spots. It's the easiest way to ...

A 20 minute drive from central Sapporo. Daily night skiing until 10:00 PM: plenty of time to enjoy yourself even after work or school. A total of 17 courses varying in difficulty and terrain, from ...