Ever wish you could be back in Japan – just for a day? There are plenty of places right here in London where you’ll feel like you’ve crossed the world without spending a penny on airfare. No culture shock, no language barriers and no visa required – check out authentic Japan on home turf!

On the 23rd May, hundreds of visitors enjoyed an ecstatic Japanese Matsuri-style garden party in Hammersmith Park’s newly restored Heiwa-en (Japanese Peace Garden), organised by The Japan Society to celebrate the 100th year anniversary of the 1910 Japan-British exhibition. The grand weather allowed visitors to try delectable green tea and azuki ice cream, chilled fresh sushi, and dripping yakitori from the grill whilst witnessing various Japanese performances.