Activities Winter Adventure in Akita, Japan Veronica Carnevale Together, the snow sports, sightseeing, and cozy lodging options make Akita a destination winter lovers will not want to miss...
Activities Meiji Jingu's Inner Gardens Todd Wojnowski The Inner Gardens of Meiji Jingu are a large, natural area connected to the famous shrine. The gardens include a large pond filled..
Activities Hokkaido: Top 10 Things to Do Veronica Carnevale Hokkaido is the northernmost of Japan's four main islands. Filled with natural beauty, the prefecture provides nature enthusiasts..
Activities Tokyo Skytree Town Dream Christmas 2026 Early Nov - Late Dec If you're looking for a way to get in the festive spirit this holiday season, the Tokyo Skytree Dream Christmas event runs right..
Sports & Fitness Tohoku Food Marathon 2027 Mid Apr Held each spring in Tome City, Miyagi Prefecture, the Tohoku Food Marathon is no ordinary race. Starting out from Naganuma Futopia..
Activities Cycling Kyoto's Arashiyama Stefanus Husin The most enjoyable and convenient way to explore Arashiyama is by renting a bicycle, available from around the train station.
Activities The Green Pheasant - Japan's National Bird Alena Eckelmann Did you know that the Green Pheasant is Japan's National Bird? This pheasant is endemic to Japan and one can still see it roaming..
Activities Kakunodate Fire and Snow Festival 2027 Feb 14th - Feb 15th The Kakunodate Fire and Snow Festival (火振りかまくら Hiburi Kamakura) takes place in Kakunodate, Akita Prefecture annually.