Summer Festivals in Tokyo
This summer, many of the traditional festivals that have been on hold are back. These are some of the matsuri to check out in Tokyo, from the Shinjuku Eisa festival to the Harajuku Omotesando Super Yosakoi and more.
How Traveling Back to Japan Is Changing This Summer
With changes to Japan’s border measures in June comes a new phase of travel to and from Japan. For residents, summer travel has become more feasible with the easing of Covid testing and quarantine restrictions.
Best Five Outdoor Activities You Should Try In Japan During Green Season
The recent showers mean that all of the beautiful greenery around Japan provides the perfect atmosphere for some fun outdoor activities. GoConnect has put together a list of five green season activities you have to check out.
North From Tokyo
One trip that you can enjoy over a long weekend takes you from Tokyo’s city center to fascinating destinations in Fukushima and Tochigi prefectures, where you can learn about the time of the shoguns, try your hand at time-honored crafts and feast on delicious cuisine.
Setsubun: Japan’s Holiday of Changing Seasons
Before the flowers start to blossom, take part in Setsubun. This year, the holiday—whose name literally means “seasonal division”—falls on Thursday, February 3. We take a look at the history and traditions of this venerable celebration.
Ikigai: Finding Joy Through Purpose
Ikigai is the Japanese ideology that focuses on finding joy in life through purpose. Directly translated, iki means life and gai means value or worth. As author Mieko Kamiya said, “It’s what allows you to look forward to the future even if you are miserable right now.”
What It Was Like to Volunteer at the Olympics
We learn more about the unique experience of assisting athletes from around the world during the sailing competition at the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics.
Sake Source
Sakeist helps newcomers and experienced nihonshu fans alike enjoy this storied beverage. After decades of decline, the company is sparking renewed interest in Japan’s national drink.