An adventure at sea is easy with a cruise from Tokyo aboard the MSC Bellissima with stops in Kagoshima, Japan, and Jeju Island, South Korea.

Kinugawa Onsen is a mineral hot spring destination near Nikko.

Located in the center of Tokyo and a short 10-minute train ride from Hardy Barracks, Daimon, or Hamamatsucho, is a busy business district filled with hundreds of skyscrapers, along with the capital’s new and old symbols.

In Japan, there are countless yakiniku or Korean-style barbecue joints.

Ariake is a scenic waterfront district in Tokyo near Odaiba. Here, you might find yourself attending a sports event, concert or design festival as the area is home to some important entertainment venues.

It’s time to pay your annual road taxes, which are mandated by Japanese law and based on vehicle engine size.

As cherry blossom season soon approaches, it’s time to start planning your outings to enjoy local festivals, Hanami (cherry blossom-viewing) picnics and more.

Revel in the quaint and quiet streets of Ofuna Town, a 45-minute drive away from Camp Zama and NAF Atsugi, for a laid-back day of exploring.

Just a minute’s walk from Yokosuka Naval Base’s Womble Gate, a popular Nepalese-Indian restaurant offers a home to American sailors and local Japanese with its tasty fare and casual atmosphere.

n Japan, soba or buckwheat noodles are considered lucky food, as the thin and long shape reminds us of longevity and good luck.