Culture Ishinomaki Fish Market Tom Roseveare Ishinomaki Fish Market is the largest fish market in Japan, acting as a conduit for the Minami-sanriku coastal region – one of..
Anime & Manga Animate Logan Williamson Animate is a store located in Akihabara that has multiple floors of manga and anime merchandise
Culture The Story of Hanami Sleiman Azizi Hanami cherry blossom viewing parties began in the 8th century Heian Period as an aristocratic social event. By the Edo Period in..
Museums Wa Rasse Nebuta House in Aomori Justin Velgus Wa Rasse Nebuta House is the perfect opportunity to see Nebuta for those unable to visit during Aomori's famous festival. See..
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.
Culture Tsubaki Matsuri 2026 Early Jan Tsubaki Matsuri is one of Matusyama's most popular festivals, and one that is unique to the region.
Culture Meiji Jingu Museum Kim Bergström Tokyo's Meiji Jingu Museum was designed by famed architect Kengo Kuma and opened in 2019. The venue spans two floors and is..
