Dining & Culture Archives | Japan Little Delights https://japanlittledelights.com/category/culture-dining/ Daily joys from Japan Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:33:36 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.4 https://japanlittledelights.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/favicon.png Dining & Culture Archives | Japan Little Delights https://japanlittledelights.com/category/culture-dining/ 32 32 A Relaxing Stay at Haneda Excel Hotel Tokyu | Airport Views & Tokyo Monorail Ride https://japanlittledelights.com/haneda-excel-hotel-tokyu/ Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:11:54 +0000 https://japanlittledelights.com/?p=6453 One day in September, I enjoyed a stay at Haneda Excel Hotel Tokyu with my family. Haneda Excel Hotel Tokyu is located inside Haneda Airport Terminal 2, offering direct access to the terminal. Rather than simply using Haneda Airport as a place to catch a flight, we enjoyed the airport itself as part of our journey. From watching aircraft movements from our airport view room to exploring airport dining, souvenirs, and unique experiences, this guide shares our stay at the hotel and how to enjoy Haneda Airport beyond flying.

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]]> 3 Beautiful Rose Gardens Near Tokyo | Spring Day Trip Ideas https://japanlittledelights.com/near-tokyo-rose-gardens/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:01:13 +0000 https://japanlittledelights.com/?p=6311 Looking for beautiful rose gardens near Tokyo? From late May to early June is one of the best times to enjoy them. In this guide, I'll introduce three of my favorite spots—Tokyo Garden Terrace, KioichoKyu-Furukawa Gardens and Keisei Rose Garden. Each offers a completely different atmosphere, and I'll introduce the highlights, cafés, rose-themed sweets, and practical tips to help you plan your visit.

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]]> A Relaxing Narita Airport Stay: Free Shuttle, Airport Views & Skyliner Ride https://japanlittledelights.com/narita-train-trip/ Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:20:53 +0000 https://japanlittledelights.com/?p=6088 During Japan’s Golden Week holiday, I stayed at ANA Crowne Plaza Narita by IHG with my family, a hotel located near Narita Airport. Instead of simply staying near the airport, we enjoyed Narita Airport itself as part of our trip. From riding the Skyliner to exploring the renovated areas in Terminal 1, this guide shares our experience, including the hotel stay, airport highlights, and practical tips.

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]]> Izu Imai-hama Beach Day Trip from Tokyo by Odoriko Train | A Relaxing Coastal Escape https://japanlittledelights.com/imai-hama-train-trip/ Sun, 28 Jun 2026 10:08:05 +0000 https://japanlittledelights.com/?p=5990 In early August, my friend and I took a day trip from Tokyo to Izu by the Odoriko train, visiting Imai-hama Beach and exploring the Kawazu area along the way. From seaside scenery and local food to cultural experiences, it was a relaxed and refreshing journey.

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]]> 2 Cozy Bookstore Cafes Near Tokyo Station: Starbucks & Maruzen M&C Cafe https://japanlittledelights.com/tokyo-bookstore-cafes/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:58:03 +0000 https://japanlittledelights.com/?p=5866 During a recent visit to Tokyo Station, I was looking for a bookstore with a good selection of international magazines. To my delight, I found not only interesting books but also a cozy cafe attached to the bookstore.

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]]> 4 Cafes in Nihonbashi, Tokyo for Every Season https://japanlittledelights.com/tokyo-nihonbashi-cafes/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:51:59 +0000 https://japanlittledelights.com/?p=5778 If you’re looking for cafes in Nihonbashi, Tokyo, here are four places I personally tried and loved across the seasons. Nihonbashi is a historic neighborhood known for its iconic bridge and blend of traditional and modern Tokyo.

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]]> How to Spend a Day at Haneda Airport | Food, Plane Views & Shopping https://japanlittledelights.com/tokyo-haneda-airport-without-flying/ Sun, 31 May 2026 05:50:42 +0000 https://japanlittledelights.com/?p=5710 In recent years, Haneda Airport has welcomed so many wonderful new shops and spots, and more and more people are visiting just to hang out—even without any travel plans. You might wonder, what are the best things to do at Haneda Airport if you aren't flying anywhere?

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]]> Shinjuku Central Park Guide: A Relaxing Half-Day Walk with Lunch, Shrine & Free Observatory Views https://japanlittledelights.com/shinjuku-central-park-observatory/ Sun, 24 May 2026 13:48:52 +0000 https://japanlittledelights.com/?p=5583 In mid-May, just before the rainy season, I spent half a day exploring Shinjuku Central Park and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. Shinjuku Central Park has fresh greenery, small restaurants, the historic Juniso Kumano Shrine, and a charming flower garden.

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]]> 3 Scenic Restaurants in Tokyo with Beautiful Spring Greenery https://japanlittledelights.com/scenic-restaurants-tokyo-spring/ Fri, 15 May 2026 03:44:28 +0000 https://japanlittledelights.com/?p=5457 It feels like the pleasant spring days are getting shorter every year. Today, I’d like to share three restaurants in Tokyo where I’ve personally enjoyed the lush greenery and peaceful atmosphere of the season.

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