Shaking its massive body, the bear that had just woken from hibernation walked slowly. The hungry bear was munching on its food. The It! reporting team headed to Bear Mountain in Shintoku Town, Hokkaido. At this facility, which raises brown bears in an environment close Read More …
Authorities in Japan are stepping up preparations for a potential large-scale eruption of Mount Fuji, which could severely disrupt life across the Tokyo metropolitan area. The last eruption was on December 16, 1707 (during the Hoei era) and ended on February 24, 1708. There have Read More …
The number of public telephones is decreasing due to the spread of mobile phones. While they seem to be used less frequently these days, public telephones still play an important role, just as they always have.
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 …
A gigantic pipe protruded above ground in the center of Osaka City. What on earth is this enormous pipe, and why did it pop out? Why? “Giant Pipe” 13m Above Ground A strange sight unfolded in the center of Osaka City. A mysterious cylinder protruded Read More …
A huge diorama of “N gauge” model trains is on display in Minami-ku, Okayama City. The thoughts that went into creating this N gauge over many years are impressive but what is most impressive is the support he gets from the company, Nitto Kogyo, he Read More …
![The One about [New Employee Training Close-Up!] [Part 1] Female Employee’s Trailer Training Work After Obtaining a License Through the License Acquisition Program](https://i0.wp.com/live.staticflickr.com/65535/54031746453_8e5065db39_h.jpg?s=eyJpIjo1NDAzMTc0NjQ1MywiZSI6MTc3NTc0ODg2OSwicyI6IjU5NDVjNWMxMGM2OWU3M2ZhODg4MTZhNDJlZjFjZTJjNmU1ZWYwZDciLCJ2IjoxfQ&w=480&resize=480,320&ssl=1 "The One about [New Employee Training Close-Up!] [Part 1] Female Employee’s Trailer Training Work After Obtaining a License Through the License Acquisition Program")
Introducing a female employee who obtained her trailer driver training through our license acquisition program. Six months after joining the company, Ms. Suzuki, who acquired her “Large Vehicle Driver’s License” and “Towing License” through our “Qualification Acquisition Program” that supports her aspirations and challenging spirit, Read More …
Once the goto for low-cost quality clothing, netizens are complaining that UNIQLO is becoming a bit expensive. One wrote, “I feel a little embarrassed, but to be honest, due to the recent rise in prices, even UNIQLO feels like a “slightly luxury item.” I wonder Read More …
For those who are visiting or living in Japan, they probably have seen a lot of “HUB British Pub” throughout the Kanto region. But what is “82 Ale House”? Well, 82 Ale House is also owned by the same company behind the “HUB British Pub”. Read More …
I know I have a done a few reviews on portable fans, but there is a warning especially in Japan as there is a rise of people getting injured by their portable fans due to improper use. So, it’s important to know a few things Read More …
I know… this is not the best news for travelers who have come to rely on the JR Rail Pass to travel the country inexpensively. But with the dollar doing better than the yen and the prices still cheaper than other travel passes from a Read More …
Travel has changed. Travel to Japan has changed. And if you don’t do the following, it may get you into a little trouble. This is something I learned after a family member was stranded at Haneda Airport. Since travel was allowed into Japan back in Read More …
Japan’s “Quiet Life (Deluxe Edition)” is an awesome collection of music, remixes and live music. Highly recommended! Click here to purchase Japan – Quiet Life (Deluxe Edition) on Amazon BAND: Japan ALBUM: Quiet Life (Deluxe Edition) DURATION: 42 Songs (3 Hours, 21 Minutes) ORIGINAL ALBUM Read More …
Since November 2021, JR East has been removing the clocks at their stations. According to JR East, 22 stations (20 stations in Yamanishi prefecture and 2 stations in Kanagawa prefecture) were removed as of January 26, 2022. Clock removals at about 500 stations (30% total) Read More …
Located at the Mori Art Museum in Roppongi is the Tokyo City View. Tokyo City View, an observation facility which features an indoor observation deck 250 meters above sea level and a Sky Deck outdoor observation deck 270 meters above sea level. While the 52nd Read More …
This photo was taken 2.5 years after “Robot Restaurant” opened in Shinjuku’s Kabukicho area. 2015 to be exact. That January, the restaurant went up to over 150 seats (considering in 2012, they had only 40) and that very year, would be the first time the Read More …
Air Nippon Airways has posted on February 24th of the Japan Entry from March 1st (Easy of Entry Restrictions). The following is from their post: Information as of 3:00JST,February 24th,2022. Since the end of November last year, strict border measures remained in effect in response Read More …
Tokyo is no doubt one of the fashion capitals in the world. One can travel to Tokyo, get on a train and just be amazed of the various fashion styles around metropolitan cities around the country. Granted, certain areas have a certain trendy style that Read More …
Tokyo Midtown located at Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo will be holding its “MIDTOWN BLOSSOM 2022” cherry blossom event starting on March 18th through April 17th. Please download the PDF for more information The event starts from noon to 8:00 p.m. with lights out at 7:30 p.m., Read More …
