Activities Moomin Valley Park Japan Travel In a beautiful valley deep in the forests of Saitama Prefecture lies Moomin Valley Park – home to a charming little family, th..
Culture Gunma Power Spot Haruna Shrine Cathy Cawood Haruna Shrine dates back to 586 AD, and the oldest cedar here is thought to be 1200 years old. The shrine is considered a power..
Culture War and Peace In Nagano Arlene Bastion A dramatic battle ground site adjacent to a peaceful, rambling park and a nonstop farmhouse walking trail.
Food Ota City Itinerary for Foodies Japan Travel The city of Ota in southeastern Tokyo can satiate travelers with a range of unique edible treats. Follow our itinerary for a taste..
Food Dango Kazoku in Koshigaya Sleiman Azizi Dango Kazoku, an extremely affordable suburban-styled chain store specialising in dango sweets, also offer rice balls, bento lunch..
Food Kushi Katsu Tanaka in Soka Sleiman Azizi Kushi Katsu Tanaka is chain store with branches around Japan, specialising in deep-fried skewered foods. Specials change all the..
Culture Mukojima-Hyakkaen Gardens Sleiman Azizi Tokyo's only surviving Edo Period garden, Mukojima-Hyakkaen is located in Higashi Mukojima. Open throughout the year, the garden..
Culture Hidden Gems in Western Tokyo Piti Koshimura Activities around Western Tokyo: sake tasting, washi workshop, aizome, ninja experience, tea ceremony, temple lodging, rafting and..