Museums Musee Bernard Buffet Peter Sidell Near Mishima in Japan's Shizuoka prefecture, Musee Bernard Buffet is an art museum dedicated to the paintings of a prominent..
Historical Izu Shuzen-ji Temple in Summer Tomoko Kamishima Shuzen-ji Temple was established by Kukai in 807. 500 year later, a respected Chinese priest Issan Ichinei was confined here but..
13 Culture Kaifuku-ji Temple in Izu-Taga Peter Sidell In Izu-Taga near Atami in Japan's Shizuoka prefecture, Kaifuku-ji is a pleasant, peaceful Buddhist temple with a population..
Culture The Eight Tea Regions of Shizuoka Samuel Richards Shizuoka Prefecture might be famous for its stunning views of Mount Fuji and Suruga Bay, but did you know that it is Japan's..
Culture Japanese Musical Instruments Elena Lisina A description of popular traditional Japanese instruments such as the shamisen, taiko, shakuhachi, koto and biwa. The sound of the..
23 Culture A Visit to Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha Elena Lisina Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha is the most important shrine associated with Mt. Fuji. Located Fujinomiya, the shrine sits in a large..
Culture Shizuoka: A Journey to Tea Town Elle Harris Exploring Shizuoka's tea plantations. A ride in the custom tea taxi, a special tea program, and a chance to experience real..
Culture Mishima Clematis Garden Peter Sidell Near Mishima on the Izu Peninsula in Japan's Shizuoka prefecture, the Clematis Garden is an attractive cluster of art museums,..