Activities Heishu Memorial Hall Chris Glenn Being a teacher to the nobility Heishu also influenced politics.... administrative and economic success has been largely attributed to the Lord’s teacher
Sports & Fitness Miyakojima: A Diver's Paradise Bonnie Waycott Miyakojima is as popular for its white sandy beaches as it is for its dive... and bars in the city centre, lookout points with spectacular views and beaches
Activities Iriomote-Okinawa Adventure Island Alena Eckelmann The sandy beaches of Iriomote are also well-worth a visit to kick back... Iriomote’s “Star Sand Beach” is a tourist attraction as its sand consists
16 Outdoors Trekking the Nasu Mountains Tom Roseveare Famous for its onsen (particularly sulphur hot springs), Nasu rusk and the original Penny Lane Bakery, a Beatles-inspired bakery shop.
8 Camping & Trekking Neaba Valley to Saragakyo Valley C. Rio Although I reached the summit amidst a cold white haze, I did manage to
Camping & Trekking Asahidake: Hokkaido's Highest Peak Somrak Bhakdisuparit On we went to the 1.7km circled path with benches and view points along... When we're tired, we sat on benches with front row view of this amazing
6 Seasonal Fall Foliage in Gokanosho Mandy Bartok This mountainous area - once a hideaway for the hunted Heike clan after the Battle of Dan-no-ura in 1185 - is reached only via extremely narrow and winding