Shopping Shinsaibashi Shopping Arcade Ash This covered arcade, site of some of Osaka's historical bridges, is one of the city's most popular and famous shopping spots...
Activities Shirahama Beach Ash Shirahama Beach boasts white sand imported from Australia and a pleasant blue expanse of water perfect for swimming in.
Culture Jingu Bashi Ash Harajuku has long been associated with street fashion in Japan - and Jingu Bashi, the bridge outside Meiji Shine, is at the centre..
Culture Ishiyama-dera Ash Ishiyama-dera is a beautiful, peaceful temple Shiga Prefecture.It is said that Murasaki Shikibu, author of The Tale of Genji, began..
Transportation The Osaka Train Network Ash Travellers new to Japan find themselves mystified by the complicated Osaka public transport system - even the ones who've been..
Culture Cherry Blossoms at Osaka Castle Ash At Osaka Castle Park, one can enjoy the cherry blossoms blooming alongside the famous Osaka Castle. The park has over 4300 cherry..
Culture Hanami in Hiroshima Peace Park Ash Even if you are in Japan or planning to visit during the season, perhaps you've never considered Hiroshima as a cherry blossom..
Shopping Decks Tokyo Beach Ash If you've seen one mall in Tokyo, you've seen them all - until you've seen Decks Tokyo Beach.