Here are our February 23 & 24, 2019 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities. Looks like clear weather this weekend. Venture out and explore new neighborhoods with our Tokyo One Day Itineraries; Akasaka, Jiyugaoka, Roppongi, Daikanyama, Nakameguro, Ebisu, Odaiba, Setagaya Park Area and Tokyo One Day with Kids – Shibuya, Harajuku, Omotesando, …
Read More »February 16 & 17, 2019 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities
Here are our February 16 & 17, 2019 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities. Looks like another cold, but clear weekend. Get out and play! Laugh, Learn & Live! The Best Living Japan Moms The next two weeks we have some great classes. Hope to see you at the Best Living …
Read More »Chinese New Year Celebrations in Yokohama, Japan (Feb 5- 19, 2019)
Celebrate Chinese New Year in Yokohama between February 5th – 19th, 2019. Great fun and food! Yokohama has one of the largest Chinatowns in the world with over 140 years of history. Although this is still quite new vs. Manila’s Chinatown established in 1590 or London’s in 1700. Yokohama Chinatown …
Read More »February 9 – 11, 2019 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities
Enjoy the cultural events and plum blossoms this long weekend. Laugh, Learn and Live! ~Best Living Japan Moms Market of the Sun (Kachidoki) — Enjoy the Market of the Sun this beautiful weekend at Japan’s largest regular urban farmers’ market. Over 100 vendors participate from around the country, of which more …
Read More »February 2 & 3, 2019 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities
Here are our recommended February 2 – 3, 2019 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities. Looks like clear weather! Venture out by visiting some of our favorite Tokyo Day Trips, Ski/Snowboard Resorts near Tokyo or go Strawberry Picking to name a few. Also a great weekend for exploring neighborhoods with our …
Read More »Tokyo February 2019 Events and Activities for Families
February is a short month but starts with devils and ends with plum blossoms, check out our recommended Tokyo February 2019 events and activities for families. Many international schools have mid-winter break in mid-February, check the school schedules here. February is a cold month in Japan and cases of influenza peak …
Read More »February 2019 Tokyo Area Antique and Flea Markets
Here are recommended Tokyo Antique Markets for February 2019. Bundle up and have fun! ** Please note most outside markets are usually cancelled when raining. Please double-check info below at contact numbers/links to be 100% sure of details. — Best Living Japan Moms February 2019 Tokyo Area Antique and Flea Markets …
Read More »TELL Lifeline Phone Counselor Training – Tokyo and Kansai Training
Join the TELL Lifeline phone counselor training program to challenge yourself and help others. TELL Phone Counselor Training Program with both an online version and new flexible in-classroom schedule usually held twice a year in the Fall and Spring in both Tokyo & Kansai. TELL is still looking for people who …
Read More »January 26 – 27th, 2019 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities
Here are our January 26 – 27th, 2019 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities. It will be another clear but cold weekend. Bundle up and explore new neighborhoods with our Tokyo One Day Itineraries for families, enjoy the crisp air at the Antique Markets or take a day trip to our recommended ski/snowboard retreats. …
Read More »Winter & Spring 2019 Tokyo Charity Events – Tickets and Save the Dates!
Here is a great list of Winter & Spring 2019 Tokyo Charity Events to support! Attending one or many of these events is a great way to contribute while having fun with new and old friends. If you have other charity events to recommend, please submit here. Please consider attending at least one …
Read More »January 19 – 20th, 2019 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities
Here are our January 19 – 20th, 2019 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities. Bundle up and enjoy the crisp air at the antique markets, food festivals and strawberry gardens that are lined up this month or venture out and explore new neighborhoods with our Tokyo One Day Itineraries for families. …
Read More »January 12 – 14th, 2019 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities
Here are our recommended January 12 – 14th, 2019 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities. Monday is the coming of Age day or Seijin no Hi. Sometimes called ‘Adults’ Day,’ this holiday welcomes the country’s youth into adulthood. Venture out and see 20 year olds in elaborate kimonos, hairstyles, and makeup. …
Read More »January 5 – 6th, 2019 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities
Happy New Year! Most people are probably planning slow weekends of returns and post-holiday busy life, but here are our curated list of family activities for this coming weekend January 5 & 6, 2019 Tokyo Weekend Family Events, and Activities. Laugh, Learn & Live! ~ Lauren & Sandra 1. O-Edo Antique …
Read More »Strawberry Picking Tokyo Area 2018-2019
January to late March is a great time for a family trip for strawberry picking in the Tokyo area. Here is our updated 2018-2019 list of top strawberry picking gardens you can enjoy in the Tokyo area on a half-day or one-day trip. We have chosen four gardens; two in …
Read More »Tokyo January 2019 Events – Laugh, Learn and Live – Happy New Year!
Here are our recommended Top Tokyo January 2019 Events to start the New Year. Bundle up and enjoy the antique markets, food, festivals and hinamatsuri dolls that are lined up this month. Wishing you a happy and healthy New Year! -Lauren & Sandra 1. O-Edo Antique Market (International Forum, Yurakucho) – Held twice …
Read More »January 2019 Tokyo Area Antique and Flea Markets
Here are recommended Tokyo Antique Markets for January 2019. The weekend of January 11-13th is a big antique weekend with the Antique Jamboree. Bundle up and trek out to find treasures in the New Year! Check our most recent antique markets listings here. If you are looking for another month …
Read More »Tokyo New Year Fun Dec 30, 2018 – Jan 1, 2019
If you are staying in Tokyo this holiday season, we hope you will enjoy our recommendations for Tokyo New Year Fun Dec 30, 2018 – Jan 1, 2019. Although being away from your home country for the end of year holidays can be hard on the heart, there are great activities …
Read More »December 29 & 30, 2018 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities
Here are our recommendations for December 29 & 30, 2018 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities. It`s the last few days of 2018! Thank you for your support the past three years and hope to see you in 2019! ~Best Living Japan Moms 1. Warm-up at the Oedo Onsen …
Read More »December 22, 23 & 24, 2018 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities
Happy Holidays! Here are our recommendations for this long holiday weekend December 22 – 24, 2018 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities. Sunday, December 23rd is the Emperor`s Birthday which means Monday, Dec 24th is the Emperor’s Birthday observed. Enjoy the long weekend with our top picks below. If you …
Read More »Top 2018-2019 Ski / Snowboard Day Trips from Tokyo
Here are our Top Recommended 2018-2019 Ski / Snowboard Day Trips from Tokyo. Great for families, offers lessons for kids and easily accessible. We will be adding more in the coming weeks. Do you have one to add? Please let us know in the comments section below. * Please check each …
Read More »December 15 & 16, 2018 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities
It’s almost Christmas! Kids are on holiday break and the days are filled with holiday preparations and parties. It looks like a bright and chilly weekend. A great time to bundle up, take in the illuminations, Christmas markets and go ice skating. For last minute holiday planners visit our Holiday guide …
Read More »2018 Tokyo Santa Claus Meet & Greet Locations
It can be a challenge finding Santa in Tokyo, but we have double check the list and can recommend these ten 2018 Tokyo Santa Claus meet & greet locations between now and Christmas. Not all places allow for sitting on Santa’s lap and personal photo opportunities but where allowed we have …
Read More »December 8 & 9, 2018 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities
Here are our recommended December 8 & 9, 2018 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities. It is definitely starting to feel like the holidays with the end of year parties, school events and folks jetting off for family adventures. This weekend the forecast is for cold & crisp but with …
Read More »Tokyo Christmas Dinner 2018 – Top Holiday Dining Spots
The holidays are here, and it is time to plan your Tokyo Christmas Dinner 2018. Are you ready? Whether you have been nasty or nice, you deserve a nice tasting Christmas dinner. Here are our top recommendations for Tokyo area families. Reserve early! Happy Holidays! If you have other recommendations …
Read More »December 1 & 2, 2018 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities
Here are our recommended December 1 & 2, 2018 Tokyo Weekend Family Events and Activities. Looks like a bright weekend so get out, stay healthy and have fun! Visit our 2018 Holiday Guide to get a start to the holiday season then take a walk or bike around to enjoy the glow of the …
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