Culture Ikebana Class in Kawagoe Sophia Warren Though it takes years of practice and studying to truly hone the craft, a class in a Kawagoe community center gives locals and foreigners the opportunity
11 Culture Shiroyama Hachimangu in Nagoya Peter Sidell In the middle of Nagoya in Japan's Aichi prefecture, Shiroyama Hachimangu is an attractive shinto shrine.
20 Traditional A Day in Higashiyama Anne Lauenroth Travel back in time in Kyoto's most picturesque ward
Culture Pottery Experience in Hagi Linda Cordes Try your hand at making Hagiyaki at a beautiful studio in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
Gardens & Parks Summer in Kumamoto Castle Yolanda Marta Kartika Kumamoto Castle, a magnificent castle located in southern Japan and is the pride of Kyushu has never lost its charm in any season.
Culture Solar Agripark in Fukushima Sarah Chaney Where five houses had been swept away in the tsunami five years ago, now stands Fukushima Solar Agripark dedicated to teaching future generations about
Culture Bunny Shrine in Sendai Justin Velgus Those who traveled or lived in Japan more than a few days sometimes come... Matching and exceeding my own standards, the Bunny Shrine in Sendai hops
Culture Asahi Brewery in Nagoya Noam Lhote Asahi Brewery facility in Nagoya, a free tour that you shouldn't miss if you want to learn more about one of the biggest Japanese companies