Marunouchi & Otemachi Summer Festival: Dance, Games & Gourmet Delights
Celebrate Tokyo’s vibrant summer spirit as Marunouchi and Otemachi transform into festive playgrounds of traditional dance, street food, and family-friendly fun.
What is Wagashi?
Today, we explore wagashi—traditional Japanese sweets made with mochi and sweet bean paste.
The Weak Yen: A Double-Edged Sword for Japan
Japan’s yen has dropped to a 30-year low, attracting a surge in foreign tourism while straining local residents. Tourists are enjoying record affordability, but rising import costs and stagnant wages are making daily life harder for those living in Japan.
Beyond the Postcard: Reimagining the Japanese Countryside
Can Japan’s countryside be more than nostalgic? This piece questions romanticized views of the inaka and explores how rural areas can become truly livable, future-ready communities.
5 Authentic French Restaurants in Tokyo
From rustic bistros to Michelin-starred gems, discover 5 French restaurants in Tokyo that blend authentic French flavors.
Exclusive Online Seminar for GoConnect Audiences
Join a free 30-minute online seminar with TCJ to explore Japanese language learning, course options, and exclusive enrollment discounts. Limited seats—register now!
Freedom Through Fitness
Join RESOLVE’s “Freedom through Fitness” workshop: 1‑hour of mindful movement, bilingual workout, and English practice to reset your energy.
Building Co-Existence Towards an Inclusive Japan
Explore how Kodo Nishimura and Juan Pablo Reyes Diaz’s cross-cultural love story ignites Japan’s journey toward LGBTQ+ rights, diversity, and true inclusivity.
Top 7 Summer Festivals in Tokyo
Discover the top 7 summer festivals in Tokyo for 2025—colorful parades, fireworks, traditional dance, and cultural celebrations across the city.
2025 UN OC: Key Takeaways and What Comes Next
A concise summary of the 2025 UN Ocean Conference—key takeaways on SDG 14, BBNJ ratification, deep‑sea mining moratoriums, and what comes next for global ocean action.
Akiya Investment in Japan: A Pioneer’s Guide to Rural Property
With over 9 million vacant homes across Japan, akiya investment offers a unique chance to revive rural towns while securing affordable real estate
Azabudai: Tokyo’s Most Livable Neighborhood
Explore Azabudai where embassies, the Tokyo American Club, Michelin‑level eateries and the new Azabudai Hills form a vibrant, green village in central Tokyo.