Culture My Favorite Places in Japan: Museums Elena Lisina museum at Kokeshi-Mura masters’ village, and the Japan Kokeshi Museum in Naruko
18 Culture The Value of Water in Japan Elena Lisina springs Due to Japan's high volcanic activity, there are some 3,000 onsen... The oldest is considered to be Dogo onsen, located in Ehime Prefecture
Culture Shimada City: Green Tea Day Out Samuel Richards Maruto Tea Plantation As previously mentioned, this region became home... At the Maruto Tea Plantation, you can witness the sheer scale and quality
Culture Sendai’s Hero Yuzuru Hanyu Elena Lisina interesting side trips to places like Matsushima, Shiogama, Yamadera and Naruko
12 Culture Nakanojo Dorothee Tsunoda It is known for the onsen nearby, and its biennial art festival.
Culture The Charms of Yamagata Prefecture Featured grouped by region to help you plan your next trip: Yamagata City Zao Onsen... : Well known as a ski resort in the winter months, Zao Onsen is a traditional
Culture Visiting the Kokeshi Temple Justin Velgus A simple temple in the Tsuchiyu Onsen, Fukushima hot spring town hides the secrets of Buddhism, kokeshi dolls, and ritual by fire.
Culture Toyama Prefecture: Encounter Japan’s Natural Wonder... Tom Roseveare (Google Maps) Accommodations Unazuki Onsen, Himi Onsen-kyo, Shogawa Onsen... renowned hot spring resort areas, like the hot spring town of Unazuki Onsen