Key Points Mount Shinmoedake erupted for the first time in seven years on June 22, 2025, with a plume of smoke reaching 500 meters. A safety advisory has been issued, warning of the danger of falling large rocks and pyroclastic flows within 2 kilometers of the crater. The …
Read More »Heatstroke Alerts in Japan 2025: List of Affected Regions
Japan is grappling with an unprecedented heatwave, with heatstroke alerts issued across multiple regions. This period, typically marked by the rainy season, has instead seen an early onset of extreme heat due to climate change, significantly impacting both tourists and residents. On June 18, Tokyo recorded a high of 34.4°C …
Read More »JESTA 2028: Full Guide to Target Countries and Application Process for Japan Travel
Overview of JESTA JESTA is a new system similar to the U.S. ESTA, designed to streamline entry for tourists while addressing overtourism and security. It’s expected to require travelers to get online authorization before their trip, making entry smoother but adding a pre-travel step. Target Countries and Impact It will …
Read More »Japan to Require Health Insurance for Tourists: What You Need to Know
The Japanese government is exploring a groundbreaking plan to make private health insurance mandatory for all inbound tourists starting in 2026. Policy Overview and Purpose Japan is tackling a growing problem: tourists receiving medical treatment and leaving without paying. To combat this, the government is considering requiring all inbound tourists …
Read More »The 15 Best Japanese Sharpening Stones 2023
15. créer Sharpening Stone, Supervised by Blade Workshop, Knife Sharpening Tool 14. E-Value Household Knife Sharpening Stone 13. ALTSTONE Knife Sharpening Stone 12. Naniwa Sharpening Industry Gouken Deluxe Sharpening Stone 11. KAKURI Handy Ceramic Combination Sharpening Stone 10. Eko Metal Dual-Sided Household Sharpening Stone 9. Takagi GISUKE Double-Sided Diamond Sharpening …
Read More »10 Best Japanese Induction Cookware 2023
10. KEYUCA Kerami IH Frying Pan 9. Frying Pan – Marutto Pan with Aluminum Lid 8. Fujita Metal Frying Pan 7. Pearl Metal Frying Pan 6. Wahei Freiz Yukihira Pot & Frying Pan 5. Aimedia Frying Pan Pot-Type 4. Frying Pan Marble Coating 3. Arnest Frying Pan Set 2. Kai …
Read More »10 Best-Selling Japanese Kitchen Knives 2023
10. Kyocera Ceramic Knife 11cm 9. Delish Kitchen Pearl Metal Petty Knife 125mm 8. Yanagi Sori Kitchen Knife 10cm 7. Kai Corporation Compact Knife Seki Magoroku with Sheath 6. Ebisuyaiba Hana Damascus Knife 90mm 5. Nagao Tsubame Sanjo Petty Knife 140mm 4. Shimomura Kogyo Verdan Fine Petty Knife 130mm 3. …
Read More »Emphasizing Proximity to Tokyo: Captivating Visiting Foreign Tourists! Saitama Tourism Support Desk Launches on June 1st, 2023!
We want to inform you that the Saitama Prefecture Product and Tourism Association, a nonprofit organization, aims to attract foreign tourists visiting or planning to stay in Tokyo to Saitama Prefecture by utilizing its potential as a location close to Tokyo. To achieve this goal, we will establish the “Saitama …
Read More »iHerb Launches Official YouTube Channel “iHerb Japan”! Introducing New Series, “Heal-Meal Moment,” in 2023!
iHerb, headquartered in California, USA, is a global leader in health and wellness. On May 12th, iHerb Japan launched its official YouTube channel, “iHerb Japan.” The track will be updated every Friday. Additionally, on May 26th at 8:00 PM, they are planning to release a new series called “Heal-Meal Moment: …
Read More »Tokyu Kabukicho Tower: Japan’s Largest Hotel and Entertainment Complex Exceeds 1 Million Visitors in Approximately One Month Since Opening in 2023!
Tokyu Corporation and Tokyu Recreation Co., Ltd. opened the “Tokyu Kabukicho Tower” in Shinjuku Kabukicho on April 14, 2023. The tower is a high-rise complex consisting of 48 above-ground floors, five basement floors, and a penthouse, with a height of approximately 225 meters. It features a hotel, a movie theater, …
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