This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For January 25-31
#StayHome #SaveLives
Covid-19 continues to play a threat across Japan through 2021, especially in Tokyo. For the sake of yourself and others, we highly suggest that you take precautions when leaving your home. To keep entertained, check out our recommendations of things you can do at home during this global crisis, alongside a few events happening around the city.
Japan’s Heritage
Online Event: Nobody Knows "Satsumasendai"
Enjoy local history, culture and traditional performing arts from the comfort of your home. Nobody Knows offers virtual tours that guide you through Japan’s heritage sites and their local traditional performing arts. Originally offered as in-person tours, from 2020, Nobody Knows has shifted its focus to a digital program that can be accessed on their Youtube channel.
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SUN, FEB. 28, 2021
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK) - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: JAPANESE CULTURE FANS, MATSURI LOVERS
Sophisticated Pas De Deux
Online Event: Ballet "The Nutcracker and the Mouse King"
The National Ballet of Japan's beloved production, The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, is available for streaming on Vimeo. The production by Wayne Eagling features splendid, fast-paced choreography with a sense of humour while the rich colours of the set and costumes describe the world of reality and a dream. The video will only be available 72 hours after purchasing it so make sure to get your viewing ticket when you’re ready to watch.
- Date
- NOW THROUGH SUN, FEB. 14, 2021
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK) - Map
- Fee
- ¥980
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: BALLET FANS, ARTISTS, THOSE IN NEED OF A THERAPEUTIC SESSION
From Head To Toe
Online Event: Learn to Draw With Japan's Manga University
Join the Manga University online class and learn how to draw manga characters. The class will begin at the top, learn how to draw heads and faces. Once that’s covered, you'll move on to drawing bodies. They'll also show you how fun it is to draw clothes that look natural and three-dimensional. During the class, you'll be able to ask questions and show your own artwork for feedback. A computer or tablet is recommended for the class as a phone may be too small to see the details.
- Date
- SUN, JAN 31, 2021
- Time
- 8 P.M.-9:30 P.M.
- Location
- ONLINE (SEE “MORE INFO” LINK) - Map
- Fee
- ¥2,500
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: ARTISTS, MANGA FANS
Add To Your Reading List
Check Out Japanese Books To Kickstart 2021
Looking for some inspirational books to get you in the mood to embrace everything the new year has coming? 2020 is finally behind us and we can make new resolutions for the brand new 2021 in front of us. Resolutions are made to be broken but practicing some new habits and enjoying some fresh perspectives on life can get you going on the right note. Here are some Japanese books, from philosophy to fiction, to get you in the right frame of mind to begin the new year or anything else you’d like to start anew in 2021. See “more info” link.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- HOME
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: BOOKWORMS
For School, Emergencies And Around The Home
Study Some Useful Kanji
Moving to and setting up in a new country can be hard enough without having to figure out the everyday basics we’ve probably never thought twice about doing back home. Here are some basic kanji and kana to help demystify some of those tasks.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- HOME
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE
Be The Chef
Attempt A Savvy Tokyo Recipe
Why not take this opportunity to work on your cooking skills? Cooking can be extremely therapeutic and a great form of self-care. Check out the long list of delicious recipes on our site. From traditional Japanese dishes to international treats with an oriental twist, there’s something for everyone! Find something you’d like to try and give it a go! See “more info” link.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- YOUR KITCHEN
- Fee
- INGREDIENTS
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE, HOME CHEFS, THOSE LOOKING TO TRY NEW THINGS
Spice It Up
Try Redecorating Your Home
There are plenty of house décor items available in the market, ranging from as low as ¥100, to as lavish as ¥10,000. Depending on your budget, there are many ways to tackle the process of decorating your dwelling without breaking the bank. See “more info” link.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- HOME
- Fee
- VARIED
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE
Yawn!
Try Expert Sleep Remedies
A good night’s sleep is vital for achieving emotional balance, regaining strength, keeping your weight in check and basically feeling healthy. The average person will spend approximately one-third of her life sleeping, but experts agree that it is not quantity that matters, but quality. Read our simple tips and Japan-based remedies to help you get the most out of your shut-eye so you can wake up looking forward to the day. See “more info” link.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- HOME
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: TIRED PEOPLE
Explore From Home
Start Planning Future Trips With Japan Travel Books
Check out our seven book recommendations guaranteed to transport you all around Japan from the safety of your own home! Each of these books explores a different side of Japan—sometimes unknown—and they are mostly available in both digital and paperback versions. Make yourself cozy, grab a hot drink, and let your mind wander. See “more info” link.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- HOME
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: TRAVELERS, BOOKWORMS
Lay It All Out
Create A Vision Board
Now that we're a couple of weeks into the year, how are you doing on your new year's resolutions? Made popular by the book and film "The Secret," vision boards are a great way to map out your dreams and goals through a visual representation, which can help to keep you on track to succeed in your 2021 resolutions.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- HOME
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE
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