Activities Osaka Museum of Oriental Ceramics Bonson Lam Osaka, the original merchant city of Japan is a natural home for this museum. Founded in 1982, its original collection of Ataka..
Culture Kurokawa Noh Alena Eckelmann Kurokawa, a small village near the mountains of Dewa Sanzan in Yamagata Prefecture, is preserving a 500-year-old tradition of Noh..
Culture Shikinaen Royal Garden Michael Flemming The Shikinaen Royal Garden was the largest secondary residence of the Ryukyu Royal Family and used to entertain family members and..
Culture Kyoto Seishu Netsuke Art Museum Hal Jones Located in the Mibu district, famous for the special annual Kyogen performances, this is the only museum dedicated to netsuke in..
Activities The Nakamura House Michael Flemming Article on Nakamura House in Kitanakagusuki, a present day Major Cultural Asset Designated by the National Government of Japan tied..
Culture Nishi-Hongan-ji - Central Kyoto Katherine Moore This large temple is one of a historic pair just north of Kyoto station. Out of the way of the main tourist areas, is a great way..
Culture Daitoku-ji Temple Complex in Kyoto Katherine Moore This large temple complex in North West Kyoto, with its many sub-temples and is a great place to become introduced to the obscure..
Activities Tobu Zoo in Saitama Jessica A Paje Hybrid amusement park for animal lovers and thrill seekers. No lines; no waiting.