Culture Akita International University Justin Velgus Akita International University in Akita Prefecture is a small university in a rural location, but it is changing Japan's future..
Culture Tateyama City Guide Elizabeth S Tateyama City, Chiba Prefecture wraps around the southern end of the Boso Peninsula. Easily accessible by car and train from Tokyo,..
Culture Tenri-kyo Church Main Sanctuary Jim Swan The religion of Tenri-kyo was founded in the mid-19th century. Though sometimes considered an offshoot of Buddhism," it embraces..
Culture Sanuki Udon and Ritsurin Gardens Nathan Palmer Takamatsu in Shikoku is where udon, a Chinese import, first appeared in Japan. Even today the superb local noodles draw tourists..
Culture Tenryuji Temple in Shinjuku Sleiman Azizi Tenryuji Temple in Shinjuku was connected with Lady Saigo, trusted concubine of Tokugawa Ieyasu. Its Toki no Kane, Bell of Time,..
9 Gardens & Parks Wisteria at Kawachi Fujien Amber Mezbourian One of Kyushu's best-kept secrets: stroll through the stunning wisteria tunnels of Kawachi Fujien and enjoy the dazzling display..
Culture Mt. Misen and the Eternal Fire Hall Pete Martin Extracted article from "Revolutions" on Miyajima.
Culture Exploring Japan's Cat Island Connor Lappin Discovering Cat Island, a small island ruled by felines and exclusively unique to Japan in Miyagi Prefecture.