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Hydrangea festivals near Tokyo: where to see the best June blooms from Yokohama to Akigawa A practical guide to hydrangea festivals near Tokyo in June 2026 — dates, access, ticket …

Zazen Meditation Draws Middle-Aged Tokyo Residents to Ryuunji Temple as a Weekly Reset Zazen meditation at Ryuunji temple in Setagaya draws middle-aged Tokyo residents and online participants seeking stress relief, …

Tokyo dinner cruises: expert guide to Yakatabune, Symphony, Lady Crystal and Kawasaki night tours Discover the best Tokyo dinner cruises on Tokyo Bay, from traditional yakatabune dining to modern liners …

Tokyo events this week: Sumo, food festivals and family activities (May 11–17, 2026) Tokyo events this week (May 11–17, 2026): sumo exhibitions, food festivals from Kagoshima to Yokosuka, Okinawa performances, …

NHK Obtains Full Interrogation Footage in 2021 Tokyo Special-Unit Probe NHK obtained full interrogation footage from a 2021 Tokyo special unit probe showing prosecutors’ alleged misconduct; the video may be …

Tokyo market jumps after Golden Week; yen strengthens amid intervention fears Tokyo market leaps back into action as investors return from Golden Week, buoyed by hopes of U.S.-Iran de-escalation and …

Japanese stocks leap as Tokyo reopens May 7 after Golden Week on U.S.-Iran optimism Japanese stocks jumped as Tokyo reopened May 7 after the Golden Week holidays, buoyed by signs …

Capsule Toys Draw Foreign Tourists to Tokyo’s Gashapon Shops Tokyo’s capsule toys are increasingly drawing foreign visitors to vending-machine-lined streets, turning gashapon hunting into a staple souvenir activity for travelers. …

Tokyo office rents hit 31-year high as firms relocate to attract talent Nikkei survey: Tokyo office rents hit a 31-year high as firms relocate to central hubs near Tokyo Station …