The Star Festival originated from the Chinese legend of two stars, Vega and Altair – lovers who were separated by the Milky Way and allowed to meet only once a year on July 7.
In a country that is more famous for glowing neon landscapes, blinking arcades, and fluorescent-lit all-night convenience stores, is there anywhere left to see the stars?
The Tsutenkaku observation tower is the symbol of Osaka's iconic Shinsekai district. Right next door is the coiled snake-like TOWER SLIDER, which just opened in May 2022.
The Royal Wing Yokohama Cruise and Lunch Buffet offers you a two-hour cruise in and around Yokohama Port while enjoying a high-end Chinese lunch buffet aboard the ship.
U.S. Army Garrison Japan won its first ever Commander’s Cup title for the 2021-2022 intramural sports season, achieving a milestone for the unit that included first-place wins in four season-long events.
Have you ever had a chance to spot cute small white ghost-like dolls hanging from the eaves or on the windows of homes around your neighborhood in Japan?
Everyone is looking for an edge. In Japan, folks depend on “Power Spots” that are believed to cleanse, refresh and rejuvenate one’s mind and soul. Simply, they give you an edge. Luck, if you will.
On Okinawa there are many beaches perfect for a fun day for visitors to choose from. But, Okuma Beach managed by Kadena FSS is one you won’t want to miss.
Temporarily authorized Funded Environmental and Morale Leave (FEML) for personnel assigned to Okinawa ends August 1, 2022, approximately 60 days after the Government of Japan’s (GOJ) decision to end arrival testing and quarantine requirements for inbound travelers.
As the days get steamier and wetter, maybe going out to see Tokyo’s many attractions is not something you’re motivated to do. Why not try something unusual to scare away the melancholy and Japanese summer blues?
