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Summertime in Tokyo: Summer Camps
2019-05-31
"No more pencils, no more books, no more teachers' dirty looks!" While this rhyme may be a bit outdated now, the enthusiasm for summer break it implies is still very much alive. Weeks or months of "freedom" from the classroom is many children's dream and eagerly anticipated during the school year. But though it may be a fun time for school children, parents are now left to figure out what to do with the kids all day while they're at work. Not to mention the "Summer Slide" - the loss of academic skills over long breaks - is a very real thing. So how can parents keep their kids occupied,...
Summertime in Tokyo: Rainy Season Activities
2019-05-29
As much as we wish every summer day in Tokyo was a beach day, the reality is that a sizable chunk of the season is going to be overcast and damp. Rainy season in the city usually kicks off around mid-June and lasts about a month, meaning many outdoor pastimes will need to be put on hold for a few weeks. However, rainy days do not have to be spent stuck at home, with ornery, bored kids. Tokyo is packed with rainy season-appropriate things to do. We've put together a list of some to check out below! Grand Tree...
Summertime in Tokyo: What to Do
2019-05-24
Despite some of the challenges the weather in Tokyo presents in the summer (see our article on that here ), it's a season filled with really fun events and activities. From festivals and fireworks to beaches and beer gardens, there's something for everyone in the family. Pull out your yukata and jinbei and check out the suggestions below! FESTIVALS Fussa Firefly Festival 15 June Nothing says "summer" more...
Summer in Tokyo will be here before we know it! While you may have lived through summertime elsewhere, it's a unique experience here. From what to wear to what to eat, we've broken down some tips on how to make the most of this season. Weather Though it's getting warmer each day, you haven't seen anything yet! Temperatures in July and August average about 30 or 31 degrees and it won't get much cooler than 22 degrees at night. Humidity averages around 75 percent, as well. It gets hot and sticky in the city, but work and life must go on! It's very important to drink a lot of...
The days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer and it's not yet rainy season (check back here soon for tips on things to do then); it's a great time to be in Tokyo! We've rounded up a few events and activities happening over the next few weeks, with many outdoor options to take advantage of late spring. Check them out! KCon http://kconjapan.com/ ...
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