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Explore the latest articles from Glos Travel, our travel publication, covering food, shopping, places, and practical travel knowledge in Japanese and English.
- Know-HowBest Japanese Sunscreens in 2026: What to Buy, Where to Find Them, and How to Shop Tax-FreeJapan's summer sun is fierce. Grab world-loved SPF50+ sunscreens like Anessa and Biore UV at drugstores—2026 prices, how to choose, tax-free tips.
- PlacesKamakura Hydrangeas 2026: A Guide to Meigetsuin, Hasedera & How to Beat the CrowdsYour 2026 guide to Kamakura hydrangeas: Meigetsuin's blue, Hasedera's Hydrangea Path, how to book the ajisai ticket, plus bloom timing, fees and crowd tips.
- Know-HowNarita & Haneda to Tokyo: The Cheapest and Fastest Ways In (2026)Narita or Haneda to Tokyo? The cheapest and fastest routes compared—Skyliner, N'EX, Keikyu, monorail and buses—with 2026 fares, times, and IC card tips.
- PlacesRainy Day in Tokyo? Your 2026 Guide to the Best Indoor Things to DoRain on your Tokyo trip? The best indoor things to do in June 2026: teamLab, aquariums, Ueno museums, sento baths, and depachika food halls. With prices.
- CultureDo You Tip in Japan? A 2026 Guide to Tipping, Service Charges, and KokorozukeDo you tip in Japan? Usually no—and trying can confuse staff. A traveler's guide to tipping, service charges, and ryokan kokorozuke, plus how to thank staff.
- PlacesSanno Matsuri 2026: Tokyo's Grand “Shogun's Festival” Returns June 7-17 — Don't Miss the Once-Every-2-Years Procession on June 12Tokyo's Sanno Matsuri runs June 7-17, 2026. The grand Shinko-sai procession returns only every two years, on June 12. Full schedule, highlights and access.
- Know-HowWhere to Buy Rain Gear in Japan (2026): Umbrellas, Ponchos & Rain Suits at Konbini, 100-Yen Shops & Don QuijoteCaught in Japan's rainy season? Where to buy umbrellas, ponchos and rain gear—konbini from 550 yen, 100-yen shops and Don Quijote—with real 2026 prices.
- Food & Drink7-Eleven Japan’s Fried Food Super Sale: Half-Price Nanachiki & More, 4 Days Only (June 3–6, 4–8 PM)7-Eleven Japan is running a 4-day fried food flash sale from June 3–6, 4–8 PM only. Nanachiki for ¥116, corn dogs for ¥69—here’s every item and price.
- Food & DrinkWhat Is Mocchurin? Mister Donut's Chewy Mochi Donut (2026 Flavors & Prices)Curious about Mocchurin? It's Mister Donut's chewy, mochi-like donut sensation—a look at the 2026 flavors, prices, and how to buy one before it sells out.
