Culture Yakushima - Shiratani Unsuikyo Chris Cooper Take in the magical forest, glimpse mossy boulders, free walking deer and be inspired like the artist from anime file Princess Mononoke,..
Food Sushi no Midori Sohonten Vivian Morelli I think I may have found a little bit of heaven, tucked in the streets of Umegaoka in Setagaya-ku: Sushi no Midori Sohonten, introduced..
Culture Horikawa Boat Tour in Matsue City Louise Waghorn Sightseeing boat, complete with tatami mats offers a unique view of a unique castle moat. Get a fascinating glimpse in to Matsue's..
Shopping Yoichi Nikka Whisky Distillery Matt Stormont A trip to the world renowned Nikka Whisky factory in Yoichi, Hokkaido, founded by Masataka Taketsuru after many years of studying..
Food Dough-Doughnuts, Utsunomiya Stacy Kurokawa Forget cheap donuts pumped with additives and preservatives. Slowly savor every organic, delicately flavored morsel of these gourmet..
Culture Nara Centennial Hall Jim Swan Two great concert halls under one roof, presenting a wide range of Japanese entertainers, a short walk from JR Nara station
Accommodation Hayama Hotel Otowa no Mori Harumi Inouye If you come to the Hayama Hotel Otowa no Mori, the best way to spend your time might be to do nothing—just relax. Here you wil..
Activities Kanagawa Shimbun Fireworks Festival 2012 Catherine Hagar August 1, 2012 The 27th Kanagawa Shimbun Fireworks Festival introduces their Symphony in Yokohama fireworks display over Yokohama..