Yo, ChatGPT, this isn't fair use, it's theft.

Ha ha, the account is called "No one". Mean!

Just two of the artworks on display from the exhibition opening yesterday evening. Thoroughly recommend.

Last year was a paricularly good example with the "full flowering" arriving 5 days later than average.

There's a common misconception that due to global warming, cherry blossom blooming dates will get progressively earlier from year to year. While the average start gets earlier, there can still be considerable variance from year to year. These photos are from this date exactly two years ago.

Anyone seen any snow yet? if it doesn't settle on the ground in Tokyo today or tomorrow, we're done for this winter.

Vote for your favorite hotel in Japan in the TC Japan Travelers' Awards. Just head to tokyocheapo.com to vote. Choices all had at least two bookings by our readers - or enter your own.

lLast chance to visit the Hello Kitty Exhibition at the Tokyo National Art Museum. Word is (not surprisingly) that it 's all about the gift shop. Last day February 24.

Old school vs. new school coffee in Asakusa

If you didn&t make it to Tokyo in 2024, here's all the new stuff.

The legendary Free Gyoza place in Koenji

Aizu Wakamatsu is the perfect winter getaway from Tokyo