To cheer us up a little and give us something warm to look forward to, Japan’s Weathernews meteorological agency has released the cherry blossom bloom predictions for 2025.
If you’re ever in Shibuya and find yourself craving more than just a standard cocktail, The Whales of August is the kind of bar that turns an ordinary night into something extraordinary.
For many people, the winter season means snow, skiing, hot cocoa and other cold-weather activities. For me, it means time to enjoy some of Japan’s delicious strawberries.
I can’t live without soy sauce. I can’t help but sprinkle it on virtually anything. From sushi, tempura and other Japanese dishes to rib steak, cutlet, pasta and even, salads, soy sauce is a must regardless of what I’m eating.
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Alison Riley, 374th Comptroller Squadron financial technician, hands water to half-marathon runners during the 44th Annual Frostbite Road Race at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 19, 2025.
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