7 Shopping In Photos: Setagaya Boro-Ichi Flea Market Nicole Bauer This wonderful atmospheric flea market in western Tokyo takes place only twice a year, on 15th and 16th December and on 15th and..
8 Activities Hanegi Park, Umegaoka Nicole Bauer Hanegi Park, a small public park in western Tokyo, is a prime spot for plum blossom viewing.
Culture Traditional Ainu Dance 2024 Mid Jun The Daisetsuzan Mountain Festival in Asahidake Onsen takes place every year around the middle of June and is meant to be the official..
Food Yakitori Sumika, Kutchan Nicole Bauer Sumika in Kutchan, Niseko area, is a cozy little yakitori place with a homely atmosphere. The best minced chicken skewers I've..
8 Activities Shiretoko Goko Lakes Nicole Bauer The Shiretoko Peninsula in the northeastern corner of Hokkaido is one of the wildest and most remote areas in Hokkaido, probably..
9 Activities Mt. Misen on Miyajima island Nicole Bauer Holy Mount Misen on Miyajima can not only be explored on foot, but also more conveniently by ropeway to enjoy fresh forest air and..
9 Shopping Strolling through Shimokitazawa Nicole Bauer You want to get away from the crowds in Tokyo and do lots of shopping without spending a fortune? Then the northern part of Shimokitazawa..
11 Activities Kisami-Ohama Beach, Shimoda, Izu Nicole Bauer Kisami-Ohama Beach near Shimoda has crystal clear waters, lots of white sand and a very natural setting—no large road or big h..