No Winter Activities in Tokyo? How About Ice Skating in Roppongi?
What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear of winter time in Japan? Many of you would probably say snow activities like snowboarding and skiing at popular resorts all around the...
View ArticleOn Thin Ice: Figure Skating in Japan and Some Popular Japanese Skaters
Figure skating is an extremely popular sport in Japan. When the winter season comes rolling in, many people switch on their TVs to watch the skating competitions and root for their favorite skaters....
View ArticleMeet Yuzuru Hanyu, Japan’s Young Award-Winning Figure Skating Prince
If the ice rink is the battle arena for kingship, Japan’s 21-year old Yuzuru Hanyu (羽生結弦) will undeniably be among the top candidates for the crown. In fact, he’s already the king of the ice rink in...
View ArticleWhy Is Mao Asada, One of Japan’s Top Figure Skaters, Retiring at an Early Age?
Since the morning of April 10, 2017, one particular topic regarding a certain athlete’s retirement has been making its rounds on Japanese news programs. Many people were surprised with the sudden...
View Article50 Things to Do in Roppongi, Famous for its Daytime and Nighttime Attractions
Roppongi, which translates literally as “six trees”, is a central district of Tokyo that is known these days for its large expat community, towering art galleries, and animated nightlife. While the...
View ArticleEnjoy Fireworks, Dragon Boat Race, and More at This Summer Festival in Osaka
Summer is here once again, and in Japan, it is also a season for festivals and grand fireworks displays (花火; hanabi). Usually, you can experience these colorful events from July to August, but if you...
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