The Gundam Base Tokyo in Odaiba, Tokyo, is a popular spot for Gunpla enthusiasts. However, there are many people who are confused by the numbered ticket system, and/or do not know the details of how to get in. For tourists coming from other countries, there are some Gundam models that are only available in Japan, so if you go sightseeing in Tokyo, you definitely want to visit the Gundam Base Tokyo and get a limited...
Osaka has many attractive sightseeing spots, such as Namba, Tsutenkaku Tower, Osaka Castle, and the Kofun ancient burial sites. However, since a diverse range of people have lived in this land, do you know that there are also many haunted places? This time, for those who love horror stories and are interested in scary stories, I will introduce five famous haunted places in Osaka that I often hear rumors about as a resident of Osaka....
Touring haunted places offers a unique atmosphere and thrill not found in other tourist spots. Recently, videos of tours of haunted places have become popular on YouTube and other social media, and haunted places and ghost stories have become another hot topic in Japan. This time, I, a resident of Sapporo, will introduce the top 5 famous haunted places in Sapporo, Hokkaido. 1. Heiwa no Taki Waterfall (Nishi-ku, Sapporo) One of the most famous haunted...
Visiting haunted places is a popular activity among horror enthusiasts and thrill seekers around the world. Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is also home to many haunted places. Many of the haunted places in Tokyo have historical backgrounds, many originating sometime during the Edo period (1603-1868). While many people still experience bizarre phenomena and see spirits, some spots are popular for their beneficial properties. In this article, we will introduce the top 5 most famous...
Since the manga series began in 1994, Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story has gained popularity in a variety of forms, including anime and live-action film adaptations. Known as “Ruroken” in Japan, it is also called Samurai X in some foreign countries such as the U.S., because of the cross-shaped scar on the cheek of the main character, Kenshin. This work is loved by people all over the world. This article, we will introduce some...
In Japan, summer is said to be the perfect season for horror stories because it gives you a nice chill. In summer, many people watch horror movies and visit haunted places. In this article, we will introduce the top 3 most haunted places in Kyoto that are easy to reach from Kyoto City, just in time for the summer season that will soon be here. 1. Ichijo Modori-bashi bridge | a bridge where the dead...
Golden Kamuy is a very popular Japanese manga. It has been made into an anime and a live-action movie, and is loved by many people in Japan and abroad, regardless of age or gender. The author, Satoru Noda, is from Hokkaido, the northernmost island prefecture of Japan. Since Golden Kamuy is based on the Ainu, the indigenous people of Hokkaido, there are many places in Hokkaido that served as models for the story. Many people...
Have you heard about the recent buzz on social media regarding “something happening in Japan on July 5, 2025”? Many prophets and fortune-tellers, including those who accurately predicted the Great East Japan Earthquake, have been warning about “July 5, 2025”. One prophecy says that “a massive earthquake off the Philippines will cause a tsunami three times larger than the one from the Great East Japan Earthquake to hit the Japanese archipelago.” This has a lot...
Splash Mountain is one of the most famous attractions at Tokyo Disneyland. Splash Mountain is a water ride attraction based on the Disney movie Song of the South. The waterfall plunge at the end of the attraction has a reputation for being thrilling, and it is often mentioned as a popular attraction at Disneyland. In fact, in addition to Tokyo Disneyland, the Disneyland Resort in California and the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida also...
Bocchi the Rock! is a popular Japanese anime about a girl, ‘Goto Hitori (a.k.a. Bocchi),’ who is always alone and dreams of being in a band. It is a popular Japanese anime. It is available on video distribution services such as Amazon prime and Netflix, and has a growing fan base not only among Japanese but also around the world. The popular anime Bocchi the Rock! is set in Shimokitazawa, Tokyo, a fashionable area popular...
