Tokyo is a city of many hidden talents, excelling at things people would assume other cities dominated instead. One of the things where Tokyo shines is its luxury hotels’ take on afternoon tea, which puts what other cities around the world offer to shame. Since the menus change each season, here we have the best…

Japan always knows how to combine cool and crazy. You can find endless things in the country that can astound you. You can go back and forth country many times, and it will continue to shock you every single time. Moreover, Japan is known for weird but wonderful trends. Recently, there is a growing trend…

Do you love tea, books, and traveling? How about getting cozy on a bed while reading your favorite book plus a cup of herb tea to help you relax after a long day visiting nice places around Tokyo? There is a place in Tokyo where you can enjoy this amazing and unique kind of accommodation!…

When in the colder parts of Japan such as Hokkaido, wouldn’t you want a nice, hot cup of delicious coffee? If so, you’ll surely enjoy your coffee experience at Cafe MORIHIKO, a rustic cafe located in Sapporo. Check it out! What makes Cafe MORIHIKO Unique? In Hokkaido Prefecture’s Sapporo City lies Cafe MORIHIKO, a tiny…

Japan is known for its deep passion for robots. Though this may seem strange to outsiders, this fascination is nothing new. One of these robots is a traditional mechanized puppet known as “Karakuri Ningyo (からくり人形)” or Japan’s clockwork puppets. Their history is deeply rooted in the interaction between Western technology and Eastern philosophy to the…

The worldwide tea brand, Lipton, is starting a new event in Japan called “Fruits in Tea” where they will be offering new ways to enjoy a combination of fruits and tea this summer season. There will be two pop-up stores during this special summertime event, one in Omotesando (表参道), Tokyo (東京) from June 28 to…

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to experience tea time like Marie Antoinette did in France back in the late 18th century? This queen knew how to have a proper tea time and has become a symbol of wealth and fashion. Interestingly, there is a dessert buffet event that is going to…

Since summer in Japan is just a few weeks away, seasonal specials are already up at different restaurants in Tokyo. One of the things people look forward to is afternoon teas. Shangri-La Hotel, Tokyo is currently serving its Classic Afternoon Tea at The Lobby Lounge on the 28th floor. Everything is based on British tradition…

Wagashi (和菓子), or traditional Japanese confectionery, has made a name for itself as one of the Japanese food that many tourists would like to try out. With attention to detail not only in the recipes but also in the presentation, it is no wonder that these sweets have captivated people’s taste buds. In this article…

You may know that in Japan, there is a huge amount of unique and charming little establishments called cat cafes, rightfully named for the cats that live there. These felines are available for you to pet and play with while you enjoy a cup of coffee, and their popularity remains high, with the most frequently…