Tickets for Ghibli Park, which opened in November 2022, are purchased by reservation only. Moreover, the first-come, first-served policy means that you may not succeed in getting the ticket for the day you want to visit. In this article, we will explain how to purchase tickets, and explain why the tickets are known to be difficult to get, so that you can get a better picture of the ticket buying process. Let us walk you...
Videos that explain things slowly are often seen on video sites. While this video format is familiar on YouTube and Niconico, some people might want to try making their own. In this article, we’ll explain what the slow-paced explanation AI “NoLang” is, how to use it, its pricing, and whether commercial use is allowed. What is “NoLang”? (Source:NoLang) “NoLang” is an AI tool that generates videos from text. It was developed by Mavericks Inc., a...
Gion is known as the “flower district”(花街 = Hanamachi, an olden Japanese word that roughly equates to “red light district”) of Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan. Gion is one of the most popular sightseeing spots in Kyoto, especially as an area where you can feel the atmosphere of the ancient capital. The area is dotted with attractive spots such as “ochaya” (お茶屋 = teahouses) where maiko and geiko entertain visitors, restaurants, matcha (powdered green...
There are only a couple things that are absolutely true in life—if you love anime, then you love Tokyo. That would be one of them. Within this sprawling megalopolis, there are a few areas that could be considered “sacred sites” for anime lovers. In this article, we picked out three of these locations within Tokyo that we would recommend every weeb to visit. 1. Akihabara Akihabara is the undisputed mecca of Otaku culture, located in...
NTT Docomo has announced a new business partnership with SUPERNOVA, a startup based in Shibuya, Tokyo, that specializes in using generative AI technology. Starting December 1, Docomo will offer SUPERNOVA’s generative AI service, Stella AI, through Docomo’s media and select stores. Stella AI is a service designed to make generative AI easily accessible even to beginners. It offers a wide variety of “templates” that simplify instructions to the AI, allowing users to intuitively request tasks...
Do you know how many types of Shinkansen there are in Japan? There are many confusing terms in regards to Shinkansen, such as Nozomi, Hikari, and Kodama, as well as terms like the 700 Series and the E5 Series. In this article, we will explain the types of Shinkansen in an easy-to-understand manner for those who are unfamiliar. After understanding this article, you should be able to fully grasp the differences between Nozomi, Hikari, and...
On November 18, 2024, Kyodo Milk Industry Co., Ltd. announced that it will release a Uji Matcha flavor for its popular “Nokyo Milk” beverage. It will be available at supermarkets and convenience stores. The “Nokyo Milk” series, made with fruit juice from Japan, aims to reduce food waste. This single-serve dairy drink highlights the qualities of raw milk through its production process. When is the release date for the “Nokyo Milk” Uji Matcha flavor? (Source:...
On November 4, 2024, the “Computer Nature Shrine (Digital Nature Shrine)” was officially established in the “Inner Room” on the second floor of the nationally designated Important Cultural Property, Kusakabe Folk Crafts Museum, in Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture. This shrine was created by media artist and University of Tsukuba associate professor Yoichi Ochiai. It celebrates the “God of Null“, who represents the idea of “Null” in the world of computers. What is the Computer Nature...
There are hotels in Kyoto where you can stay surrounded by Hello Kitty interiors. There are RESI STAY THE KYOTO, with its fun pop interior, and RESI STAY NISHIKI, a traditional Kyoto machiya that has been remodeled to give a Japanese feel. RESI STAY THE KYOTO also has rooms with Kuromi, another Sanrio character, so it is recommended not only for Kitty fans, but also for those who want to experience Japan’s famous kawaii culture....
Osaka Expo 2025 is just around the corner. Many people may want to make a trip to Osaka around the time of the Expo. In this article, we would like to tell you about the theme and date of “EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai” coming next year. Theme of Osaka Expo 2025 is “Designing Future Society for Our Lives” (Source: Let’s learn about the 2025 Japan International Expo) The theme of EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai is “Designing Future...
