12 Historical Ako: Castle of the 47 Samurai Sandra Isaka Ako Castle, completed in 1648, is known for its association with the feudal lord, Naganori Asano, whose death was avenged by 47..
Culture Simose Art Museum Wins Prix Versailles Kim Bergström Dec 5, 2024 Hiroshima's Simose Art Museum gained international acclaim recently by winning the Prix Versailles, a UNESCO-established award..
Culture Czech Festival 2026 Mid Oct The Czech Festival in Kansai is Japan's largest Czech-based event, and the multi-day affair includes a variety of ways to connect..
Culture Hida Mori no Megumi Japan Travel Hida Mori no Megumi is a one-stop shop for natural medicinal herbs which are said to relieve a multitude of ailments.
Culture Sweet Potato Festival 2026 Feb 27th - Mar 1st 2026 Past Event A two-day event in Shizuoka Prefecture this winter is set to bring a variety of sweet potato vendors from all across Japan to Sunpu..
Culture Zama's Hidden Gem - Yatoyama Park Carrie Jacobs If what your after is bird songs, blossoms and mountain views then spend a day in Zama Yatoyama Park (an ecology reserve).
13 Gardens & Parks Bonsai at Kyoto Botanical Gardens Cathy Cawood There is a large collection of bonsai on display in Kyoto Botanical Gardens including pines, wisteria and several different maples...
6 Temples & Shrines Raikyu-ji Temple Mandy Bartok Catch a renowned garden architect's lesser-known work at the Raikyu-ji temple in Bitchu Takahashi