6 Historical Hozenji Yokocho John Carter Located down a narrow side street a piece of Osaka’s history still lingers. Hozenji Yokocho is a small slice of Edo lined on e..
11 Gardens & Parks Kamakura Kencho-ji's Hanzobo Tomoko Kamishima An avatar God protecting Kencho-ji Temple is called Hanzobo. People believe Hanzobo has protective powers against fire, and the..
6 Historical Iha Castle Ruins Michael Flemming The Okinawa Prefecture cultural asset Iha Castle Ruins in Uruma City has wonderful views of Kinbu Bay and the isthmus of Okinawa
Souvenirs Fancy A Fan? Arlene Bastion How the Japanese round fans, uchiwa, are handcrafted in Marugame.
Traditional Kanto Festival Centre Kasia Szumna Anyone who have ever attended any Japanese festival, knows too well that it can be very confusing. Colorful kimonos and glittering..
8 Historical Bitchu Kokubunji: The Last Pagoda Judith Mikami Bitchu Kokubunji in Soja City illuminates an era where calm, beauty, peace and people come together. Today this still exists to..
13 Temples & Shrines Kamakura Enshrined in Red Ink Carrie Jacobs Gosyuin, a hand drawn and red ink stamp, is a beautiful and unique way to document your visit to a temple or shrine.
Traditional Teshima Yokoo House Jaclynn Seah Teshima Yokoo House is a seemingly traditional looking house in Teshima's Ieura district, which has a few contemporary art additions..