Around noon on the 23rd, the Tohoku Shinkansen “Yamabiko” appeared at Morioka Station in Iwate Prefecture. Behind it, a Shinkansen train with a different design was coupled. Moreover, there were no seats inside. It wasn’t filled with people, but only stacks of cardboard boxes. In Read More …
The prolonged turmoil in the Middle East is having a significant impact on public transportation, which is essential to the lives of many Japanese.
2026 REVIEW: Since 1996, “Fish Eyes” (Japan title, aka “Reel Fishing” internationally) have been entertainment fishing fans since its release for the Sony Playstation in 1996. The game would receive different developers with WestOne Bit Entertainment for “FishEyes Wild” for the Dreamcast, Sims Infinity for Read More …
One of the popular Japanese car YouTubers, Kota the Yoda has his own mechanic shop, he drifts and also is a family man! His YouTube channel has over 119,000 subscribers. Check out his latest video “JAPAN’S LOWEST FAMILY VAN?!”. Click here!
Standing soba noodle shops are a welcome sight amidst rising prices. This program introduces a shop boasting extra-large tempura and freshly made soba noodles, as well as a unique 95-year-old shop (Nihachi) with a convenience store attached where you can also enjoy a drink on Read More …
Himeji City in Hyogo Prefecture is a World Heritage site. The issue of money surrounding Himeji Castle, a World Heritage site, and “street smoking” has become a hot topic. First, the entrance fee for Himeji Castle for people “outside of Himeji City” has increased to Read More …
“Overnight express buses are cheap, but tiring…” A local bus company is trying to change that perception. They’ve introduced Japan’s first express bus from Flaton with “full-flat seats.” While everyone once thought this was impossible in Japan, how did this local bus company overcome the Read More …
The ANA Group, Japan’s largest airline, was hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, which lasted for more than three years. With planes unable to fly, employee salaries were cut by 30%, and bonuses were eliminated… With no work, a total of 2,300 employees, including cabin Read More …
A famous cherry blossom viewing spot that decided to cancel its cherry blossom festival due to overtourism is still being swarmed by tourists, causing distress to nearby residents. ■Annual cherry blossom festival canceled This year, a famous cherry blossom viewing spot made the difficult decision Read More …
I am reviewing 『伊勢志摩ミステリー案内 偽りの黒真珠』 (which is known to people outside of Japan as “Retro Mystery Club Vol. 1: The Ise-Shima Case”). Developed by Happy Meal and the first game was translated in English and Spanish by Shinyuden for the Nintendo Switch but not translated Read More …
yoyocamp, one of the first Korean camping YouTubers with over a million followers is back with a new video titled “Rain, Hail, and Snow… 2 – Room Inflatable Tent Camping in the Cliff Forest”. Check it out! View this post on Instagram A Read More …
2026 REVIEW: For today’s review, I go back 14 years ago. The early years of “Train Simulator Classic” (ala “RailWorks 3: Train Simulator 2012”) and of course, since the release of DLC, there have been improvements to “Train Simulator Classic” and how developers are really Read More …
As an avid traveler who rides trains all over the world, I’m also a big fan of trains simulators and while many are passionate about Dovetail Games “Train Simulator World” for its graphics and its growth throughout the last eight years, the grandaddy of the Read More …
When it comes to fishing Youtubers in Japan, Masugen Fishing Channel has been around for over a decade. With over 292,000 subscribers and many special guests, his YouTube channel is a must-watch for fishing enthusiasts! Check out his video “Rua & Nanase go bass fishing Read More …
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The Mizuma Railway, connecting Kaizuka Station in Osaka to Mizuma Kannon Station, is a community-oriented local railway with a total length of approximately 5.5 kilometers and 10 stations, all within 15 minutes. It opened in 1925 to transport pilgrims to Mizuma Temple, and at its Read More …
From April 1st, bicycle traffic rules will be revised, and a “blue ticket” system will be introduced, which will impose fines for traffic violations. A survey conducted with experts revealed numerous violations in urban areas. The main violations and their corresponding fines are as follows: Read More …
UNI CAMP is a solo camper and creates camping content for YouTube for over two years and has amassed over 689,000 subscribers. UNI CAMP is back with a new video titled “Camping in Heavy Snow❄️with 2-Room Inflatable Tent | Camp ASMR”. Check it out! View Read More …
The wave of soaring fuel prices is likely to hit Japan’s Golden Week holiday period hard. Airlines across Asia are beginning a rush of price increases. Korean Air announced on the 16th that it will raise fuel surcharges added to airfares for tickets issued from Read More …
Mackerel is a popular fish that’s great with rice, as a snack with drinks, or in sushi, and is also highly nutritious! In the past, it was even chosen as “Dish of the Year” and became a huge trend. However, mackerel is now facing a Read More …