At our Gardena store, we are offering special January limited sets that are perfect for welcoming the New Year.
View More Start the New Year with the Comfort of Japanese StyleAuthor: miwako3
Quiz – January 2026
Solution of Sudoku of vol.219 (2026 January issue).
View More Quiz – January 2026Yummy Japan: Limited-Time Hokkaido Ramen and Regional Specialties
Enjoy Hokkaido’s famous ramen and other delicious local specialties, plus hand-crafted treats from makers across the country.
Join us at Osaka Marketplace for two weekends to explore flavors, culture, and the stories behind every bite. Don’t miss it!
I LIVE IN JAPAN / Gaelle Chatenet / Well-Being Coach
Were you hesitant to relocate to Japan?
Not really, because I was young and wanted to travel. Japan was not a popular destination at the time and many people thought it was strange to want to go there.
Iwau (祝う) -“Celebrate” or “Congratulate” / Japanese Word
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View More Iwau (祝う) -“Celebrate” or “Congratulate” / Japanese WordJapanUp! 218 – December 2025
HAVE YOU READ OUR LATEST ISSUE?🤓 December issue is available on our website. Check it out NOW!
View More JapanUp! 218 – December 2025I LIVE IN JAPAN / Charles MULLER / Engineer and Game publisher
I am a board game publisher in a company we created with friends and engineering electronics as a consultant.
View More I LIVE IN JAPAN / Charles MULLER / Engineer and Game publisherQuiz – December 2025
Solution of Sudoku of vol.218 (2025 December issue).
View More Quiz – December 2025I LIVE IN JAPAN / Samia Jamai / Diversity & Inclusion Consultant
I’m a diversity and inclusion consultant, dedicated to helping organizations drive transformational change on their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion journey.
View More I LIVE IN JAPAN / Samia Jamai / Diversity & Inclusion ConsultantExperience Japan’s Finest Craftsmanship at JAPAN RAIL CAFE LOS ANGELES
Experience Japan’s Finest Craftsmanship at JAPAN RAIL CAFE LOS ANGELES November 14 (Fri) – November 16 (Sun)Tokyo Central Torrance (PCH) Store The popular pop-up event JAPAN RAIL CAFE LOS ANGELES returns this fall—bringing the artistry of Tsubame-Sanjo, Japan’s world-renowned metalcraft region, right here to Torrance! Discover beautifully crafted goods made by master artisans in Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture. Each item is carefully handmade using time-honored techniques passed down through generations. These are not mass-produced products—they’re authentic works of craftsmanship specially imported for this event. What is Tsubame-Sanjo? Located in central Niigata Prefecture, Tsubame-Sanjo is celebrated across Japan and around the world…
View More Experience Japan’s Finest Craftsmanship at JAPAN RAIL CAFE LOS ANGELESDiscover the Flavors of Ōita — Only in Ōita Pop-Up Event
November 11 (Tue) – 12 (Wed)@Tokyo Central Gardena Store For two days only, a special pop-up store featuring premium products from Ōita Prefecture will appear at Tokyo Central Gardena! Explore the rich and refreshing tastes of Ōita through carefully selected local specialties — from thick, aromatic dried shiitake mushrooms and refreshing kabosu citrus drinks to local sake and other regional treats. Free tastings will also be available, offering visitors a true taste of Japan’s hidden gourmet region. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience the authentic flavors of Ōita right here in Los Angeles! Please note: product availability may vary…
View More Discover the Flavors of Ōita — Only in Ōita Pop-Up EventI LIVE IN JAPAN / TIAN JING / Director
Why do you live in Japan?: Japan’s high living standards and convenient public facilities help me keep a balanced life, and I’ve made many friends from around the world.
View More I LIVE IN JAPAN / TIAN JING / Director