10 Gorgeous Pagoda Looming in the Dark Takako Sakamoto Five-storied pagoda at Ruriko-ji Temple in Yamaguchi Prefecture: The mystic view of this pagoda illuminated on dark nights mesmerizes..
Culture Onomichi’s 'Cat Alley' Meredith Lescoe The temple walk of Onomichi in Hiroshima holds more than the obvious. See what a talented artist did to revive a small section of..
Accommodation Misasa Royal Hotel Jerome Lee The Misasa Royal Hotel is located a 10-minute drive from the JR Kurayoshi Station in Tottori Prefecture, and is part of the HM..
Transportation JR West: From Tottori to Fukui Jerome Lee The journey from JR Tottori station to Takefu Station in Fukui Prefecture is all under the West JR Company, and ensures a smoo..
14 Culture Kikuya Family Residence, Hagi Town Jerome Lee Kikuya Residence in Hagi town belongs to the Kikuya family, samurais-turned-merchants in medieval Japan. The place is now conv..
9 Transportation The Ferry to Naoshima Peter Sidell To travel to Japan's art island of Naoshima from the mainland, take the ferry from Uno; it's cheap, frequent, and you can..
Food Kaori-ya Soba JJ Walsh Stylish, Japanese style Soba (buckwheat) noodle dishes, side dishes and drinks available everyday from 11:30 to 11:30 for tasty..
Area Omi Island This small island near Hagi in the Sea of Japan boasts scenic seashores, swimming beaches, a campground, and fishing villages. The island is about 40 km (25 mi) in circumference and a highli..
