10 Traditional Traditional Shirakawa-go Ben Beechey The Historic Village of Shirakawa-go is one of Japan's World Heritage Sites. This beautifully quiet mountain village sits nestled..
Museums Matsusaka Castle Ruins Chris Glenn A trip to Matsusaka wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the impressive remains of the castle and it’s famed samurai barrac..
Museums Musashi Imperial Graveyard, Takao Niek Ceylan In the western suburbs of Tokyo you can find Musashi Imperial Graveyard, an impressive graveyard of two emperors and their empress..
Historical Exploring Hamamatsucho Jasper Wilkins Hamamatsucho is located very close to central Tokyo and there's a lot to do here throughout the day and night. I would rec..
Museums Yokohama's NYK Maritme Museum Yumi Imai If you asked me: “Which building in Yokohama is the best?” I would answer: ”The NYK Maritime Museum”.
Museums Kyoto Daikaku-ji Temple Tomoko Kamishima Daikaku-ji Temple, located in the northwest suburbs of Kyoto, contains the same design elements of the ancient Imperial Palace.
Historical Meiseki-ji in Seiyo Anonymous Meiseki-ji is No. 43 on the Shikoku 88 temple pilgrimage. There are dragons in wood and tile, and extra large amounts of moss and..
Historical Asakusa Shutter Art Peter Lin Before the crowds show up in Asakusa, a walk along the streets of Nakamise Dori is an interesting experience and allows for viewing..