SEGA to take on Nintendo with official store in the same building
SEGA has revealed that it intends to expand into retail and open two new official stores selling SEGA merchandise.
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Meguro River
Meguro River is a river that flows through Tokyo, passing through Setagaya, Meguro and Shinagawa wards on its way to Tokyo Bay.
Pizza Hut x Re:Zero campaign launches in Japan
The third season of the Re:Zero anime airs this fall and promotional activities are well under way, with the series latest collaboration having been announced.
“JoJo’s Bizarre Collaboration” sees popular anime team up with razor brand
In one of the strangest collaborations so far this year, the popular series JoJo's Bizarre Adventure by Hirohiko Araki has teamed up with grooming tool manufacturer AUGER to release themed razors.
Hibiya Park
How much does Hibiya Park cost? Hibiya Park is free to visit. How do I get to Hibiya Park? Nearest Station: Hibiya Park is located 7 minutes walk from Kasumigaseki and Hibiya subway stations. The park can also be accessed…
WATERS Takeshiba
WATERS Takeshiba is a multipurpose complex located in Minato City, Tokyo, that houses facilities such as Shiki Theater, atre TAKESHIBA and mesm TOKYO.
“Blade resistant umbrellas” to be installed on trains in Japan
Whilst violent crime in Japan is fortunately less common than in other parts of the world, JR West are taking no chances and have announced a new product intended to help in the event of a crisis.
Mount Takao
Mount Takao is located in Hachijoji City, Tokyo. Measuring 599 metres (1,965 ft) tall, it is a popular hiking spot with 8 hiking trails.
The mountain is within an hour of downtown Tokyo and receives more than 2.5 million visitors each year.
Highlights of Mount Takao include the observation deck where you can get fantastic panoramic views, Mount Takao Monkey and Wildflower Garden which is located part way up the mountain and Takaosan Yakuoin Temple, located near the summit of Mount Takao.
Tamagawa Green Space
Tamagawa Green Space runs alongside the river Tama, a major river that runs through Yamanashi, Kanagawa and Tokyo Prefectures.
An open public park space known for its BBQ area and sports fields, the path along the river through the green space is also a popular area for running and cycling.
400 year old Japanese tea shop teams up with popular anime franchise
A Kyoto based tea shop with over 400 years of history dating back to the Edo period has announced a surprising collaboration with popular smartphone game Fate Grand/Order.