Culture The Flower Expo at Memorial Park Anonymous With over 450 varieties of roses and numerous gardens designed according to the gardening styles of various countries (such as Mexico,..
8 Festivals Shiroishi Festival Reenactment Andrew Checkley Samurai battle to-and-fro across the grounds, traditional Kyudo archers fill the air, arquebuse volleys deafen audiences and ninjas..
Culture Magic: The Gathering 30th Anniversary Event 2023 Sep 1st - 10th 2023 Past Event To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the much-loved game, Shibuya's Miyashita Park is hosting a Magic: The Gathering event from..
Culture Exploring Shimane – Part Two Rey Waters Touring Shimane Prefecture with its many historical and cultural attractions
Culture The Tourist Attraction that Isn't Todd Wojnowski The Ushiku Daibutsu is the third-tallest statue in the world, but is a bizarrely underwhelming experience for tourists and visitors...
12 Culture Gokoku-jinja Shrine in Shizuoka Peter Sidell In the eastern part of Shizuoka city in central Japan, Gokoku-jinja is an impressive shinto shrine in a pleasant forest setting.
Culture Daruma Market of Kawasaki Daishi Elena Lisina Daruma is traditional Japanese doll usually purchased before the New Year, but in Kawasaki Daishi, one can find a great variety..