Historical Tosho-gu Shrine’s Secret Magic - 1 Tomoko Kamishima Tosho-gu is directly north of Edo Castle—the residence of the king of this world. Ieyasu thought that Tosho-gu would be the re..
Museums Namahage Museum in Akita Justin Velgus You can’t go anywhere in Akita without seeing references to the demon figures known as namahage. Find out what they are and wh..
Culture Waseda University Campus Waseda University, abbreviated as Sōdai, is a Japanese private research university in Shinjuku, Tokyo. Founded in 1882 as the Tōkyō Senmon Gakkō by ..
Culture Kenrokuen: A Park for Winter's End Sheila Burt Considered one of the “Three Great Gardens of Japan”, Kanazawa's Kenrokuen is a treasure to visit during every season. I w..
Culture Boat Ride Through Geibikei Gorge Sarah Mathews Most people go to Hiraizumi for the temples listed as World Heritage Sites. However, you can’t go to this area and miss seeing..
Anime & Manga Caricature Japan in Harajuku Jessica A Paje Caricature Japan in Harajuku Omotesando is a great place to relax and then leave with a unique souvenir. It'll keep you la..
Culture Abiko City Guide Elizabeth S Abiko City on the Joban Line on your way from Narita City into Tokyo is worth a stopover to enjoy natural beauty, historical villas,..
Temples & Shrines Gangoji Temple Paul Hackshaw Gangoji Temple is a World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Great Temples of Nara. Gangoji Temple was established in 588 as part..