Culture Wasabi Farm in Summer Akira Matsuo Daio Wasabi Farm is Japan’s largest genuine wasabi farm and also a popular "sightseeing" spot located between Matsumoto and Ha..
Shopping Take a Break: Japanese Rest Stop Jessica A Paje An introduction to a Japanese rest stop, more commonly known as a Service Area located off an expressway. Park your car, take a..
Beauty & Spa Kurama Onsen Karen Zheng Set in an idyllic, mountainous environment, Kurama Onsen is certified by Kyoto City Health and Hygiene Research Center to cont..
Food Orae Lakeside Restaurant Bonson Lam German, Italian and Japanese yoshoku cuisine dominate the menu, with family favorites like croquettes, hamburg patties and ginger..
Nightlife IL Pulcinella Trattoria and Bar Bonson Lam Located between Kyoto and Amanohashidate, the gateway to the Tamba mountains is full of surprises. Just a stone’s throw from t..
Shopping Tokyo Yakult Swallows - Goods Shop Todd Wojnowski The Tokyo Yakult Swallows baseball team opened an Official Goods shop just a few minutes from the stadium. For gear for hardcore..
Nightlife Green Pad Thai Restaurant - Ebisu Todd Wojnowski Greed Pad Thai has great mix of authentic Thai dishes and original fusion food. A cheap place in an expensive area - friendly and..
Culture Tono: Legends and Landscapes Imogen Riethmuller The city of Tono in Iwate is the place to go to experience traditional Japanese culture, complete with a wealth of folklore and..