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Rainy season's end marks the beginning of a steamy summer in Japan! While in the past your family may have been able to escape the heat and humidity with a trip abroad, it seems this year we are still not quite at "normal," thanks to (very reasonable!) coronavirus precautions. If your family is one of the many that has had to shelve its plans for international travel this summer, there is a silver lining:
You can take advantage of a multicultural experience in the comfort of your own home!
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Summer in Japan: Arts & Craft Ideas
Keeping the kids occupied while school's out for the summer and they're not busy at camp can be tough! Once rainy season is over, the temperatures in Tokyo make outdoor activities difficult (though not impossible! There are quite a few ways to enjoy yourselves safely outside ). Ongoing precautions around COVID-19 may also make excursions to the park, museum or go-to entertainment facilities difficult.
BUT! Have no fear: CareFinder has some ideas for...
Summer Holidays in Japan 2021
This summer in Japan, like last summer in Japan, is going to be a bit different than normal. Many traditional events are still on hold and even the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, though happening, will be very a different experience than expected for fans and athletes alike.
That doesn't mean your family can't enjoy the Japanese summer holidays, though! And, thanks to the rescheduled Olympics, there's a third holiday to celebrate again this summer. Marine Day, Sports Day and Mountain Day all provide opportunities for your family to enjoy time together, outdoors. Read on for more details on...
Summer in Japan: Snack Ideas & Recipes
One of the best ways to boost blah moods during rainy season and beat the heat of the late summer is through tasty summertime snacks! Whipping up something in the kitchen is not only a good way to pass the time when the weather isn't cooperating, it can also help your family stay hydrated and healthy when temperatures rise.
Whether you want a quick fix or have a little extra time to dedicate, we have some snack ideas and recipes to make your summer in Japan a delicious one!
Simple TreatsWatermelon
If you haven't heard about Japanese watermelons,...
"暑いですね!"
(Atsuidesu ne!)
It's hot, isn't it!
Be prepared to start hearing this phrase frequently! After rainy season in Tokyo — which is all humidity and grey skies — it's going to get hot in short order. Temperatures in the 30s will be common and in the city, where pavement and buildings help to trap the heat, it's going to feel even warmer. Even if you're able to occasionally escape to the mountains or the beach, where the weather is much cooler and nature provides some respite, if you live in and around Tokyo, it's likely your family won't really be able to avoid...