From taking part in traditions in Asakusa to getting lost in the playground that is Shinjuku, Tokyo is truly unique.

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Fall in love with the food, culture, nature, and people while exploring cities such as Tokyo, Nikko, and Okinawa.

For the perfect tofu scramble texture, use a big cast-iron wok to make this dish – or you can also use a heavy-bottomed frying pan/skillet.

TOKYO (TR) – The area around the Hachiko statue in front of JR Shibuya Station in Shibuya Ward has been sealed off to prevent entry in anticipation of New Year’s Eve revellers congregating in the area ...

Since 2020, the iconic countdown at Shibuya’s Scramble Crossing has been suspended over concerns that the crowds - which numbered some 120,000 in 2018 - could become a safety issue. There will ...

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Scrambled eggs are a staple of any delicious breakfast, and while they may seem easy to make, many people can overcook this dish to make them hard or rubbery. Cooking scrambled eggs is simple but ...