Winter may not be people's first choice of times to visit Japan's capital, but it sure has its perks. Sento, Christmas markets, Fuji views, hot pot restaurants—these are just a few of the cosy things to do in Tokyo during winter! And...
Despite having a Christian population of roughly 1%, Christmas is a big deal in Japan. It’s playing from speakers, appearing in stores and even decorating the streets. There’s no denying the spirit of Christmas consumerism is alive and well. So when the...
For those who celebrate Christmas, you’ll know food plays a big role in the festive season. It’s juicy meats, crunchy roast potatoes, veggies, biscuits, yams and lashings of gravy. In Australia, if it’s too hot to cook inside, we might fire up...
Toddlers giggle, adults fall flat on their back, and a select few swoop gracefully across the ice. Chaos reigns at the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse’s skating rink—and it is absolutely delightful. For a region that rarely sees more than two snowfalls per...
Thinking about mixing things up and travelling this yuletide? Here’s an idea: why not spend Christmas in Japan? Despite the prominent religion being Buddhism, Christmas is a big deal here. In the lead-up, you’re apt to come across Christmas shopping and gifts,...