8 Culture Kasamori Inari Shrine in Matsumoto Peter Sidell In Matsumoto in central Japan's Nagano prefecture, Kasamori Inari is a small but interesting shinto shrine.
10 Shopping Utsunoya Roadside Station Peter Sidell In the countryside near Shizuoka in central Japan, Utsunoya Roadside Station isn't actually a station: it's somewhere to..
7 Activities Niigata City Marinepia Aquarium Kim Niigata City's Marinepia Aquarium is a great spot for a family friendly day out. The aquarium offers plenty of exhibits and..
6 Culture Autumn at Yahiko Shrine Kim Yahiko Shrine in Niigata is a popular spot to pray for love and good fortune. It's also particularly popular in autumn when..
Activities Akiyoshidai Karst and Caves Tristan Scholze Go back in time with an imaginative visit to Japan's largest karst topography with its green moonscape views and hundreds of..
Activities Welcome to Nagatoro Rey Waters Nagatoro is nature at its best. Boat rides along the Arakawa River, walks through Tsukinoishi Momiji Park, and hiking Mt. Hodosan...
Activities Hakone: A Cautionary Tale Amanda Brattebo The story of a spontaneous day trip turned disaster.