Museums Hideyoshi & Kiyomasa Memorial Museum Chris Glenn The Hideyoshi and Kiyomasa Memorial Museum is a small but fitting tribute to the warriors, both born within a stones throw of the..
9 Culture The Takahashi Samurai House Peter Sidell In the historical castle town of Matsumoto in central Japan's Nagano prefecture, the Takahashi Residence is a restored samurai..
10 Culture Okutama's Mitake Shrine Steve Morton Experience the best of rural Tokyo in this idyllic mountain retreat which not only boasts great views and crisp air but also holds..
Culture Super Saga City Arlene Bastion Saga's small size is no obstacle to enjoying something of Japanese life, albeit in miniature, but still memorable.
12 Festivals Spring at Hirano Shrine Cathy Cawood Photos of cherry blossom festival at Hirano Shrine, the oldest annual festival in Kyoto, begun in 985. At night lanterns are lit..
Historical Nagamachi Samurai District Mandy Bartok Imagine yourself an Edo-era samurai as you wander the lanes of the Nagamachi Samurai District in Kanazawa
Anime & Manga Popin’ Cookin Candy Kits by Kracie Jessica A Paje Popin' Cookin candy kits made by Kracie are so much fun to make. They make perfect souvenirs or stocking stuffers at Chris..
6 Culture Pasona O2 [Closed] Sophia Warren While exploring Chiyoda, take a detour to Pasona Headquarters. The building incorporates an urban farm, in which regular business..