Christmas is almost here, and with it a time to connect with loved ones, decorate our homes and tuck into seasonal dishes (KFC included).
Japan has its own distinct take on the holiday season: Strawberry-topped Christmas cakes, romantic dates and sparkling illuminations all add up to a unique mixture of secular Christmas magic and winter wonderland.
Assuming the arrival of the omicron variant doesn’t spur the introduction of stricter public health measures, seasonal events in Tokyo and further afield are also poised to return this year, helping us get into the Christmas spirit even if family and friends are still far away.