9 Temples & Shrines Zojo-ji Brian Wood-Koiwa Zojo-ji was once the family temple of the Tokugawa Shoguns during the Edo period (1603-1868). Today, Tokyo Tower rises majestically..
Culture The Ultimate Geisha Dress-up Bonson Lam The deluxe option for Geisha dress up and professional photos in Kyoto
Historical Kyushu's Aso Shrine Mandy Bartok Aso Shrine - boasting one of the largest gates at a shrine anywhere in Japan - is an oft-overlooked stop in Aso town in Kumam..
Culture Aichi Awaits: Seven Authentic Experiences Beyond Na... Joanna Ligon Beyond Nagoya lies a treasure trove of cultural, spiritual, and culinary experiences waiting to be discovered. The rest of Aichi..
Festivals Daito-Ohara Water Throwing Festival 2026 Wednesday - Feb 11th Every year on February 11th, Ichinoseki City in southern Iwate celebrates the Daito Ohara Water-Throwing Festival. This unique event..
Culture Science Museum Sleiman Azizi The Science Museum is located in Kitanomaru Park in Tokyo's Chiyoda City Ward. The family-friendly museum is excellent for children..
12 Temples & Shrines Shinmei Jinja Shrine, Sabae Larry Knipfing Shinmei Jinja Shrine is situated directly across the street from the Shinmei-en Hotel where I stayed in October. I woke up ear..