Stripes Japan

A guide to Japan’s family restaurant chains: Easy breezy family dining across the country

If you’re traveling to Japan with your entire family - particularly with little ones in tow - you may be wondering about quick, relatively inexpensive places to eat that cater to the whole crew.

Day trip to Akiruno City

Akiruno City, about a 30-minute drive from Yokota Air Base, is a popular spot for outdoor activities because of its lush forests and clear rivers.

Byodoin Temple Phoenix Hall, as seen on the 10-yen coin, the pond is reflecting the building.

Savor Japan’s green tea capital & discover historic landmarks

Uji, Japan is a famous city near Kyoto renowned for its beautiful scenery, the Uji River, and Uji Tea. It also has ties to The Tale of Genji, a classic in Japanese literature.

Three women in kimonos look at a cruiser at night.

Enjoy beer and stunning Tokyo night view onboard the berthed cruiser ‘Salbeer’

In years’ past, Tokai Kisen company offered a cheaper version of the Yakatabune experience, a two-hour Tokyo Bay Noryosen summer cruise on the cruiser Sarubia-maru.

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Japan’s Yakult-themed destinations: Go beyond the bottle at these fun and informative spots

Few beverages are as closely tied to Japan’s everyday life as Yakult.

VIDEO: Fun in Japan - Meet cute small creatures at animal café near Camp Zama

Dogs, cats and other cute animals can provide stress-relief thanks to their lovable faces and gestures.

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VIDEO: Taste of Japan: Making two types of Okonomiyaki

Often called Japanese pizza or pancake, Okonomiyaki is one of the most popular casual pan-fried dishes in Japan.

Taste of Japan: Start day with ‘morning service’ at Miyama Coffee in Kamakura

In Japan, you may have heard of “morning service,” a special offering at kissaten coffee shops dating back to the 1960s in Nagoya City.

SNOOPY Hug Your Happiness Exhibition 2026-2027: An immersive look into the world of the Peanuts gang

From August 1st, 2026, the Towel Museum in Imabari, Ehime Prefecture, will reopen its popular “SNOOPY Hug Your Happiness” exhibition, offering fans an immersive look into the world of the Peanuts gang.

Travel

Maroon 5 Tokyo Tour 2027: Three nights in Japan as part of their broader Asia leg

Maroon 5 fans in Japan have something to look forward to next winter, with the American pop-rock band returning to Asia in 2027 for a three-night run at Tokyo Dome.

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Hyatt Centric Sapporo to open this autumn: Reservations for stays are now open

Sapporo is set to welcome a new hotel this autumn, with Hyatt Centric Sapporo now accepting reservations for stays from December 1, 2026.

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VIDEO: Fun in Japan: Discover Tokugawa Ieyasu’s legacy at Sumpu Castle

Head to the majestic Sumpu Castle park in Shizuoka City’s center to trace the footsteps of a historical feudal lord!

Food

Taste of Japan: Sushi, price right at Sushizanmai in Roppongi

Sushi is one of the most popular washoku dishes in Japan. No matter where you go in the country, you’ll have plenty of options of fresh sushi and sashimi spots to choose from.

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VIDEO: A walk around Tokyo’s subculture sanctuary Nakano

Nakano, just northwest of Shinjuku, is a convenient commuter town for Tokyo’s office workers and salarymen, but it is also a haven for Japanese otaku subculture.