Sakura-Shinmachi in south-central Tokyo is a quiet residential area bordered by the Tamagawa River on its western edge.

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

Month of the Military Child Submissions by John O. Arnn ES 1st graders.

Japan is known as the land of the vending machines. Traveling around you’ll find that many offer hot and cold drinks and some even serve as wifi spots during times of emergency.

Kamakura is Japan’s oldest samurai capital and a top-notch attraction. Here you’ll find Daibutsu, or Great Buddha.

Located in the center of Tokyo and a short 20-minute train ride from Hardy Barracks, Kagurazaka is a fashionable shopping and dining district where traditional Japanese and elegant French feels coexist.

From Yokohama’s Chinatown, a walk to Motomachi, a high-end shopping district, is about a five-minute walk away.

For a taste of old and new Tokyo, head to Daimon, also known as Hamamatsucho, a busy business district near Tokyo Tower.

Catching up on the local news recently, I came across an article about actor Johnny Depp visiting Japan.

Tattoos don’t have to stop you from enjoying Japan’s hot spring culture! Here’s a curated list of seven onsen and sento in Tokyo that welcome tattooed visitors, offering a stress-free soak in a traditional yet inclusive atmosphere.