Culture Tsurumidake Shinzen Garden Jaime Wong A picturesque little garden right next to Beppu Ropeway with both autumn leaves and sakura
7 Gardens & Parks Yokohama's Negishi Forest Park Tomoko Kamishima This park used to be a horse racetrack for over 80 years, mainly for the amusement of foreign residents. The grandstands (in ruins)..
Culture A Tree Grows in Oasahiko Shrine Arlene Bastion The 2000 year old camphor tree at Oasahiko Shrine reflects Japan's veneration for its heritage trees, revering them as religious..
Culture Mizusawa Kannon's Red Gate Cathy Cawood Exploring inside the two-story gate of power spot temple Mizusawa Kannon in Gunma Prefecture
Culture Illuminated Asuwa River in Spring Takako Sakamoto Illuminated cherry trees along Asuwa River in Fukui will mesmerize you. You can enjoy this gorgeous view without fighting the crowds...
Culture The Other Mojiko Arlene Bastion The retro side of Mojiko is not its only face, for just around the corner one can enjoy Mojiko's other charms, such as a park,..
Culture Ryogoku Tour Takane Shoji Looking to travel to the home of Japan’s largest sumo wrestling stadium? Perhaps this suggested tour may enhance your visit!
12 Entertainment The Izu 'Resort Dolphin' train Peter Sidell On the Izu peninsula in Japan's Shizuoka prefecture, the 'Resort Dolphin' train from Atami to Shimoda has bank sea..