News & Tips
News & Tips
Festival dates, what is open when, and the practical things nobody tells you until you are already standing there. Written by the guides who run the tours.
Historic Sake Brewery Tour and Culinary Pairing
Sacred Birthplace of Modern Sake Step back into 1904 at the Red Brick Brewery, a historic landmark where the foundations of modern Japanese brewing…
FOX Parade Tour at midnight of December 31, 2025
The Fox Parade of Oji (Ōji no Kitsune no Gyōretsu) is a traditional Japanese festival held every year on December 31 in Ōji, Kita…
Decorative Sake barrels at Meiji Jingu Shrine
A decorative sake barrel is a traditional Japanese ornament inspired by the wooden barrels historically used to store and serve sake (Japanese rice wine)…
“Kumade” at Tori-no-Ichi Festival
Kumade (熊手) literally means “rake” in Japanese. It is a traditional good-luck charm sold at the Tori-no-Ichi Festival (酉の市), which takes place every November…
Asakusa Charm and a Yakatabune Evening – Immerse Yourself in Edo Culture
History of Yakatabune (Japanese Houseboats) Yakatabune are traditional Japanese houseboats that date back to the Edo period (1603–1868). Originally used by feudal lords and…
Meiji Jingu Shrine is Shinto Shrine which is worshiped Meiji Emperor and Empress.
Meiji Jingu is a Shinto shrine located in Harajuku, Tokyo. It is dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress…
The Dedication of Martial Arts Demonstrations at Yasukuni Shrine
The Dedication of Martial Arts Demonstrations at Yasukuni Shrine is a solemn event in which masters and organizations of traditional Japanese martial arts—mainly Kobujutsu…
Maiko Private Experience
Maiko is an apprentice geisha in Kyoto. She is typically a young woman who is training in traditional Japanese arts such as classical dance…
A Sacred Journey Through the Heart of Modern Sake — Where History and Gastronomy Meet
Our sake tasting tour was featured on the 47Trip website. This site ranks hotels and Ryokan (Japanese inns) recommended by Japanese people. When it…
Asukayama Bon Dance, Kita-ku
Shibusawa‑kun is the cheerful mascot created to promote the Eiichi Shibusawa Project in Kita‑ku (Kita Ward), Tokyo. Named after the famous industrialist featured on…