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11/29/2020 By Danny Kang

Christmas Markets in Tokyo 2020

Japan has some odd ways to celebrate Christmas. Christmas in Japan is a couple's day, it's not a day off, and it's common to celebrate by eating KFC. Yes. Not just any fried chicken, Kentucky Fried Chicken.However, one (normal) tradition that has made it's way to the Far East is Christmas Markets!This 600 year old German tradition is celebrated in various parts of Japan and some of the best ones are right here in Tokyo!So in this article, we'll be introducing some of the best Christmas Markets …

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11/27/2020 By Danny Kang

Illuminations in Tokyo

As winter begins, the days are becoming shorter in Japan. While this means that your daytime is limited, it's finally the season for Christmas decorations! One of the best ways to celebrate Christmas in Japan is to watch illuminations, and this is especially true in Tokyo. Different parts of the city light up with incredible light decorations, competing to attract the crowds.  If you'll be enjoying Christmas in Tokyo this year, here is a list of different places to check out the winter …

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11/11/2020 By Danny Kang

Ways to celebrate Christmas in Japan

メリークリスマス! Merry Christmas everyone!   Christmas is near and it's that time of the year to gather at the fireplace, open Santa's thoughtful gifts, and have a lovely family Christmas dinner!   Christmas is celebrated in Japan too and you can feel the holiday spirits here in Tokyo! However, when it comes to Japanese Christmas traditions, things are very different compared to western countries.    KFC is the main food for Christmas, it's not a day off for schools and …

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10/31/2020 By Danny Kang

Explaining the Go To Campaign

The Japanese government started to pay people to travel during the coronavirus.  Sounds crazy? Maybe so. In July of 2020, The Japanese government launched a campaign called the Go To Campaign where they would subsidize up to 20,000 yen per night per travel. This was combat the economic effects of the coronavirus outbreak.  Japan's solution for recovering the economy was the Go-To Campaign where they subsidize up to 20,000 yen per night per hour.  Let's take a deeper look. Why …

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