Food Heichin-ro in Yokohama Chinatown Tomoko Kamishima Heichin-ro (聘珍楼) is one of the biggest and highest-grade Chinese restaurants in Yokohama Chinatown. It is situated in the m..
Activities A Perfect View of the Gassho Houses Justin Dart Want to take that perfect photo the Gassho houses of Shirakawa-go? A hike up to Shiroyama Viewpoint is a must.
Food Kita-kamakura's Kyorai-an Tomoko Kamishima Although most Zen practitioners do not eat meat, the stew here is Zen-like because it is quite simple: Big chunks of meat and carrots..
Food Bizenyaki and Japanese Sake Kenji Chida The natural beauty of Bizenyaki augments the flavor of sake. Whether you decide to drink the sake cold or hot it will taste even..
Food Cafe Tereya in Ushimado Town Judith Mikami In this era of franchised coffee shops with interchangeable decor, background musicand staff it is refreshing to experience a shop..
Culture Yokohama's NYK Maritme Museum Yumi Imai If you asked me: “Which building in Yokohama is the best?” I would answer: ”The NYK Maritime Museum”.
Culture Myohon-ji Temple Larry Knipfing Myohon-ji is an absolutely gorgeous temple, just ten minutes on foot from Kamakura Station. The funny thing is, most people do..
Area Tsuyama Tsuyama City is located at the top of Okayama Prefecture bordering Tottori Prefecture and Hyogo Prefecture. Tsuyama has a rich mixture of history, culture and people that makes is a worthwhile..