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Meguro River Sakura Illumination 2025
From March 19 to April 13, the Gotanda Fureai Mizube Hiroba will host the “Meguro River Sakura Light-Up 2025 Gotanda YOZAKURA”. This event illuminates the cherry blossoms along the Meguro River, renowned for its picturesque Sakura-lined banks. This year, the light-up extends its scale, introducing three daily colour light-up performances at 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM,…
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Gotenyama Sakura Festival 2025
As spring graces Tokyo, the city awakens with the ethereal beauty of cherry blossoms, symbolizing renewal and the fleeting nature of life. Among the myriad Sakura celebrations, the Gotenyama Sakura Festival 2025 stands out, intertwining centuries-old traditions with contemporary festivities. A Glimpse into Gotenyama’s Floral Legacy Nestled in Tokyo’s Shinagawa district, Gotenyama has been synonymous…
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Miffy’s 70th Anniversary Exhibition at Matsuya Ginza in Tokyo
In 2025, the beloved character Miffy, known as “うさこちゃん” (Usako-chan) in Japan, celebrates her 70th anniversary. Created in 1955 by Dutch artist and graphic designer Dick Bruna, Miffy has captured the hearts of fans worldwide with her simple yet expressive design and heartwarming stories. To commemorate this milestone, a special exhibition, “Miffy 70th Anniversary Exhibition,”…
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LEGO® Announces Mario Kart Collaboration
LEGO has unveiled its latest collaboration with Nintendo: the Mario Kart™ – Mario & Standard Kart set. This 1,972-piece model features a posable Mario figure with movable head and arms, seated in his iconic Standard Kart. Measuring 12.5 inches in length and 8.5 inches in height, the set captures the essence of the beloved Mario…
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SIGMA Unveils the Minimalist ‘Sigma BF’ Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera
Renowned Japanese camera manufacturer SIGMA has announced the upcoming release of its latest innovation, the ‘Sigma BF’ full-frame mirrorless camera. Set to launch in April 2025, this camera emphasizes a minimalist design, focusing on the pure joy of photography. Priced at ¥385,000 on SIGMA’s official online store, the Sigma BF is poised to make a…
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Fuji Rock Festival 2025: First Lineup of Artists Announced and Ticket Sales Begin
The highly anticipated Fuji Rock Festival ’25 is set to take place from Friday, July 25, to Sunday, July 27, at the Naeba Ski Resort in Yuzawa Town, Niigata Prefecture. As Japan’s premier music festival, Fuji Rock has unveiled its first wave of performing artists, promising an eclectic mix of international and local talent. Diverse…
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Grand Maison Paris: The Culinary Drama Reaches New Heights with the Return of Takuya Kimura (木村拓哉) and Kyōka Suzuki (鈴木京香)
The highly anticipated film Grand Maison Paris will hit theatres across Japan on December 30, 2024. This cinematic adaptation continues the journey of the beloved characters from the 2019 TBS drama Grand Maison Tokyo. Starring Takuya Kimura (木村拓哉), the movie takes us to the culinary heart of Paris, where Chef Natsuki Obana (尾花夏树) (played by…
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Ryuichi Sakamoto (坂本龍一) | Seeing Sound, Hearing Time
The Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo (MOT) is hosting a remarkable tribute to one of Japan’s most iconic and innovative artists with the exhibition Ryuichi Sakamoto | seeing sound, hearing time. Running now at MOT, this exhibition celebrates the unparalleled career of composer, artist, and activist Ryuichi Sakamoto (坂本龍一) (1952–2023), showcasing his groundbreaking contributions to…
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Celebrate Christmas in Vintage Style: Shimokitazawa Christmas Flea Market Offer Unique Finds
As the festive season approaches, Tokyo’s trendy Shimokitazawa district is the place for vintage lovers and Christmas enthusiasts. This December, two special events—the Shimokitazawa Furuhon Market Plus Christmas Market and the Shimokitazawa Senrogai Flea Market—promise a heartwarming mix of vintage treasures, holiday cheer, and local charm. Whether you’re hunting for unique gifts, festive outfits, or…