9 Culture Fumon-ji Peter Sidell In the suburbs of Shizuoka in central Japan, Fumon-ji is a small, charming Buddhist temple with a restful atmosphere.
6 Culture Kego Shrine and Park Maren Pauli Kego Shrine and Park are calm anchors in the lively neighborhood of Tenjin and invite you to sit down for lunch or a coffee.
11 Culture Doll Warehouse in Shiroishi Justin Velgus The Doll Warehouse in Shiroishi, Miyagi Prefecture, are actually two Edo era warehouses stuffed full of traditional dolls and some..
13 Culture A Winter Wonderland Illaura Rossiter Snowy scenes and ice sculptures dominate the landscape each February at Japan's biggest snow festival in Sapporo, Hokkaido...
24 Activities Exploring Rishiri and Rebun Islands Rey Waters Alpine atmosphere at sea level.The islands offer unlimited scenic views, mountain climbing, and great hiking and tasty unique food...
9 Culture The 15 Inch Gauge Railway Museum Tyra 'nell Pille-Lu In Niji-no-Sato theme park in Japan's Shizuoka prefecture, the 15 Inch Gauge Railway Museum features models of various trains..
6 Culture Plum Blossoms and Buddha Victoria Vlisides Plum blossoms surround giant stone-carved Buddha in Chiba.
8 Activities The British Village in Izu City Tyra 'nell Pille-Lu Travel to Great Britain while in Japan: visit Niji-no-Sato in Shuzenji, Izu and experience how it feels to be in an English-themed..