Strawberry lovers, this is not a drill. The Yokohama Strawberry Festival 2025 is back, and it’s bigger, juicier, and more delicious than ever. From February 6th to March 2nd, the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse is transforming into a strawberry paradise, featuring the best strawberries from all over Japan, mouthwatering desserts, and interactive experiences that’ll make […]
Top 10 Stunning Must-See Plum Blossom Spots in Kanagawa for 2025
Every year, people go absolutely feral over cherry blossoms, flooding parks, snapping a million photos, and cramming into trains like it’s some kind of pink petal apocalypse. But while everyone’s out there losing their minds over sakura, plum blossoms (ume) are already in full, glorious bloom—and barely anyone seems to notice. Tragic, really. These elegant […]
Aggressive Nara Deer? 8 Essential Tips to Stay Safe & Enjoy Your Visit
The Nara deer are legendary. These four-legged locals have been hanging out in Nara Park for centuries, charming visitors with their polite bowing and snack-loving ways. But if you’ve scrolled through social media recently, you might’ve seen tourists griping about “aggressive” behavior. What gives? Are the deer really turning into headbutting hooligans, or are people […]
Setsubun Guide: 5 Fun Facts Every Foreign Parent Needs to Know!
So you’ve found yourself in Japan with kids, and February 3rd rolls around. Suddenly, everyone’s talking about throwing beans, scaring off demons, and eating an absurdly long sushi roll in total silence. Welcome to Setsubun, one of Japan’s quirkiest and most entertaining holidays! As a foreign parent, you might be wondering what’s going on and […]
Experience Yokohama Chinese Spring Festival 2025 – Japan’s Biggest Lunar Celebration!
Alright, festival lovers, if you’re searching for the ultimate way to kick off February, look no further! Yokohama’s Chinatown is about to explode with energy as it hosts one of the most vibrant Chinese Spring Festival celebrations in Japan. Get ready for dazzling lights, high-energy performances, and an atmosphere so electric it’ll have you buzzing […]