Nintendo old HQ now reborn into a hotel
Nintendo has now become one of Japan's best-known video game companies in the world.Founded in 1947, Nintendo's ancestor, Marufuku Corporation, was mainly active in making and selling karuta*1, hanafuda*2 and playing cards. (more…)
Vibrant Toyama ‘Spring Quartet’ is in full bloom
The Spring Quartet, a colourful landscape of (1) tulips, (2) rape blossoms, (3) snowy mountains and (4) cherry blossoms, is now at its best in the Funakawa River area of Funakawashin, Asahi, Toyama. (more…)
Spring annual event, 333 koinobori (carp banner) swim at Tokyo Tower
An annual spring project, 333 koi-nobori (carp streamers) and one sanma-nobori (saury streamer), are on display at the Tokyo Tower from 5 April (Tue) to 8 May (Sun).From 29 April (Fri), 17 SDGs koi-nobori plus one koi-nobori collaborated with an artist will add to the list. (more…)
See Tokyo Map for Muslim, Vegan by Taito City
Taito City in Tokyo is a popular tourist destination for Muslim tourists with attractive attractions and many halal-friendly restaurants. Taito City unveiled a digital map showing information on operations and menus of halal-certified and vegan/vegetarian-friendly restaurants. (more…)
Japan hotel uses retired aircraft parts for new cabin-themed room
Image of the Wing Room Exciting news for aviation fans! A Japanese hotel now has a room that recreates the inside of an aeroplane cabin. (more…)
A sea of platinum blue! 1 million nemophila flowers bloom in Maishima, Osaka
The Nemophila Festival is taking over Osaka Maishima Seaside Park, from where you can enjoy a stunning view of Osaka Bay, full of blooming nemophila (flower). (more…)
Tokyu Hotels uses 100% plant-based toothbrush, Japan Trip goes greener
Toiletries provided to guests in Japanese hotels are rapidly switching to eco-friendly materials. (more…)
First Pokemon playground in Fukushima you can’t miss out
The first park in Japan with official Pokémon playground gear, Chansey Park, opened in Namie, Fukushima, in late 2021. (more…)
Japan speeds up to adopt flying taxi with fair $1.25 per km
Japanese aviation giant ANA Holdings has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with US start-up Joby Aviation. They aim to co-explore new flight operations in Japan using the electronic air mobility eVTOL. (more…)
A Day in Muslim-Friendly Aichi④: Authentic Cultural Course
Want to immerse in the old historical days of Japan while wearing a kimono? AICHI is here to let you explore hidden spots and gems filled with rich Japanese cultural heritage. (more…)
A Day in Muslim-Friendly Aichi③: Urban Adventure Course
Save travel time yet packed with lots of adventures and Instagram-worthy spots. AICHI is bringing you on a city tour of Nagoya in just 1 day. (more…)
Ghibli Park to open in Aichi on 1 November
Aichi Prefecture will open "Ghibli Park" at Aichi Earth Expo Memorial Park (Moricoro Park) in Nagakute on 1 November 2022. It is a theme park recreating the world of Studio Ghibli. (more…)