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TANKYODO Japanese Antique store is a little gem of a store located in Minami Azabu, Tokyo. We love this store so much we have added it to our favorite Japanese Antique Stores list. A bonus is that it is located in the same neighborhood as the Best Living Japan Studio so …

20 Best Tokyo Hydrangea Viewing Spots It’s June, which also means it’s the rainy season, Tsuyu, in Japan. It also means the season of hydrangeas! Here are 20 spots where you can admire hydrangeas in Tokyo, Hakone and Kamakura. In Japan, the month of June means rain, rain, rain. This …

We have gathered some of the top Tokyo Area International Schools’ 2019 Winter/Spring Calendars from January to June in an attempt to help simplify planning. We often hear from other parents and organizers of community events that all the international school’s schedules being different causes may headaches. Hoping readers find …

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The Summer 2020 Olympics are less than two years away,  and you now you can Volunteer to work as a Game Volunteer or City Volunteer during the 2020 Summer Olympics (July 24 – August 9, 2020) and Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games (August 25 – September 6, 2020). Registration is now open …

Thank you for your interest in taking a class at the Best Living Japan Studio. Below are some frequently asked Best Living Japan Class Policies and FAQs. If you still have a question about a class, please send an email to info@BestLivingJapan.com. For our latest class selection check here. Best …

2017 Tokyo Area Wading Pools and Splash Ponds –  It’s that time of year again — the sun is high, the days are long, and the kids are itching to cool down with outdoor water play. Most Tokyo area wading pools will open from July 1st this year, although there is …

My daughter has been asking for months to visit a bunny cafe, so we had a “Mommy and Me” adventure to Ms. Bunny Usagi Cafe in Roppongi.  I am not a big fan of just cafes for petting, so I research and found Ms. Bunny which sells the rabbit and …

UPDATE: Tsukiji Fish Market has officially moved to Toyosu. Toyosu Market Details. NOTICE: Tsukiji Tuna Auction viewings close in Tsukiji in 2019.. The outer market remains  in business however the inner market is closed. Experience the live tuna auction and read our best tips when visiting the Tsukiji Fish Market (築地市場, Tsukiji Shijō) Tsukiji Fish …

Cherry blossoms will be in full bloom over the next two weeks. We love taking morning walks under the cherry blossoms, but nothing beats the evening illuminated petals of white and pinks against the dark sky. Grab a plastic sheet to throw on the ground, your jacket and some warming …

Over the next three months, there are some great Spring 2017 Tokyo International school festivals to attend. You do not need to have a child at these schools to attend and enjoy global cooking, music and many flea markets and raffles. Attending the Spring 2017 Tokyo International school festivals is …

Looking for some great deals on adult and kids clothing and other home items in Tokyo? Then do not miss the annual Nearly New Sale happening new month at the Tokyo American Club.  This popular event is open to the public. The Nearly New Sale (flea market) is Friday, April …

Bunkyo City International Exchange Group is offering a free English guided tour of Gokokuji Temple, Higo Hosakawa Garden and Edogawa Park on Sunday, March 25th from 9:45am to 12:30pm  (Sign up by Thursday, March 22nd). Gokoku-ji Temple (護国寺) is a Shingon Buddhist temple in Tokyo’s Bunkyo Ward. The temple was built in 1681 …