The battle has come to a sad and bitter end for Mari Mobility Development Inc., which will have to pay 50 million yen in damages to Nintendo. The end of this saga serves as a reminder of the consequences of marketing a business using the intellectual property of another company, particularly one as protective of…

Off the shores of Kyushu (the third largest island of Japan), there are a number of volcanic islands flowing south-west towards Taiwan. These are named the Ryukyu Islands, also known as the Nansei Islands, but many people simply call them Okinawa because two thirds of them form the Okinawa prefecture of Japan. In the center…

There are three key dating spots around Tokyo that locals always talk about. The first is in Odaiba, the second in Yokohama and the third is the small seaside town of Enoshima – a short ride west of Kamakura. However, bustling with tourists and fishermen, the island is a beloved sightseeing spot for everyone. Even…

Kyoto is a beautiful city for sightseeing. It is hugely popular among both foreign and Japanese tourists and offers a wonderful array of historical and cultural landmarks, temples, shrines, walking trails, and opportunities to dress in kimono and walk along serene canals. Getting around Kyoto, and getting around easily and cheaply, is a question asked…

You might have already heard about cool, unique-looking trains in Japan. Some of them course through the air at exhilarating speeds, some make you feel like a royal with luxurious facilities, and some take you sightseeing in undiscovered places. Amongst all of them, there is one particular train that takes you on an amazing pilgrimage…

Nowadays, many people share their lives on social networking sites (SNS) like Facebook and Instagram, if you are planning to visit Tokyo, and would like to take some beautiful photos to share on the internet, here are some recommendation to you! Shinjuku is located at the middle of Tokyo city, with convenient transportation network and…

Japan is famous for the Maid cafe, and this time, a cute Japanese maid will bring us to discover a hidden treasure of Japan – Shimane Prefecture. Actually, Kobato Miku is the member of “Band-Maid” which is a female rock band based in Tokyo, they usually dress up as maid and perform good songs on…

Are you interested in learning about Japanese culture? Why not become a Samurai in Tokyo or stroll down Shitamachi in casual kimono? Yes, you can now do these two culturally rich activities which are regarded one-of-a-kind! With so many cool things to try in Japan, you should put these activities on your bucket list this…

Sapporo, the key city of northern Japan, is famous for its Snow Festival, nearby ski resorts, and delicious cuisine. But Sapporo is much more than that. It boasts much cooler and shorter summer months and beautiful autumn and spring scenery. It is also a very walkable city as the nearby districts and famous parks are…

The colder months in Japan transform the entire landscape into a dream world filled with mysteries. Experts have already said that early 2018 would see much more snow and fog than usual, and you could see plenty of places covered in them, including temples, bridges, and even entire cities. If you are one of those…