The numbers tell the story. Japan National Tourism Organization reports 499,000 foreign visitors in October, an increase of 2.4 times over September.
Just in time for the Setouchi International Art Triennial, the 100-year-old UOI inn-turned into a perfect otaku guesthouse has reopened for business.
This year, the Tokyo International Film Festival will host 33 world premieres along with broadcasts of the planned talks events. Here are some points to know.
Fandom, called oshikatsu in Japanese, means supporting your idol. You can get the most out of it by knowing a few simple rules.
Gundam plastic models (Gunpla) and other collectibles should be for those who understand and enjoy them, say fans, not for hustlers only interested in their resale...
A preview of what’s in store in the 11th edition of this exhibition featuring 100 of the most lauded contemporary artists in pop and otaku culture...
In August, the “Sega Akihabara Building 2” closed its doors for good. At Manseibashi intersection, the game center located in Tokyo’s Electric Town (Chiyoda...
Mugen Ressha, the new film in the Kimetsu no Yaiba series, has been in cinemas in Japan for just a couple of weeks, but has...
YakiJapan is known for its festivals — from the snow and ice sculptures in Hokkaido to colorful Nebuta floats in Tohoku. One that is less...
Source: PR Times While net cafes and capsule hotels are mostly viewed as an affordable bare bones way to crash when traveling in Japan or...
