8 Stone Paved Streets of Kanazawa Takako Sakamoto At twilight, dim lights are lit at chaya (teahouses) and the sound of shamisen and drums can be heard on the streets of Higashi..
7 The Heart of Shikoku Anonymous A visit to Iya Valley in the centre of Shikoku is a must for anyone wanting to get off the beaten track. You will need a car, a..
8 Hagi, between Mountain and Sea Camille Perry If you have the opportunity to visit Hagi, small town located in the Yamaguchi Prefecture on the Japonese sea, don't hesitate..
9 Isetan's Ichibakouji, Kyoto Station Ellery Smith On the ninth floor of Kyoto’s Isetan department store is Ichibakouji, a convenient izakaya. Those who want to enjoy a meal bef..
10 Kyoto's Ryoan-ji Temple Ellery Smith At the foot of Kinugasayama is the famed Ryoan-ji temple with its rock garden, Bojotei-en. Ryoan-ji is designated as a UNESCO ..
15 The Cherry Blossoms of Kyoto Victoria Simkovic There must obviously be a reason why everyone is so obsessed with Kyoto and its pink trees—this city looks absolutely breathta..
6 Yanagawa Sagemon Tour Mandy Bartok Celebrate the Doll Festival with a sagemon tour in the canal city of Yanagawa.