Culture
What the Heck is Setsubun?
A deep dive into this delightfully devilish Japanese holiday signaling the coming of spring.
By Kelsey Lark 4 min read
Japan’s COVID-19 State of Emergency: What You Need to Know
Tokyo and ten other prefectures have been put under a second state of emergency to cope with a surge in coronavirus cases.
The Coronavirus Situation in Japan
Everything you need to know about COVID-19 in Japan so far.
Japanese New Year Traditions: 10 Ways to Celebrate Like a Local
Put those pajamas on and settle in for a proper o-shogatsu—Japanese style.
Tokyo’s Club Kids: The Avant-Garde of Gender-Bending Fashion and Drag
An interview with Sisen Murasaki aka DJ Sisen.
Immerse Yourself in the Cultural Heritage of Japan from the Comfort of Home
The Japan Heritage official site has all the resources you need to plan the perfect Japanese cultural journey.
After Thousands of Years in Family Homes, Traditional Japanese Flooring Goes Modern
A contemporary update on classic tatami is finding fans at home in Japan and with interior designers abroad.
5 Ways to have an Online Halloween in Japan This Year
2020 has been spooky enough, so here's how to have fun and stay safe!
What Ghost of Tsushima Gets Right and Wrong About Japan’s Past
Does Ghost of Tsushima strike the balance between playability and authenticity? We think it does. Here's why.
Drag Shows You Can Watch Online from Japan
Still stuck at home? Climb out of the closet and tune into these fabulous upcoming live streams from your couch.
Season 3 of Netflix’s Aggretsuko is Darker Than Ever
Debt, insecurities, and an attempted stabbing… Quite honestly, this show freaks us out.
Autumnal Equinox Day in Japan
Pull out your fall wardrobe and plan your koyo viewing, because autumn is upon us. (And did someone say four-day weekend...?)
