30 Culture Wood Crafts of Japan Elena Lisina A variety of wood products are found in Japan. Furniture, traditional shoes, dishes, musical instruments, lamps, souvenirs and so..
7 Culture Kamakura’s Komyoji Temple Steve Morton Located next to Kamakura’s scenic Zaimokuza beach, Komyoji is a true gem that offers the visitor everything from meditation to..
26 Activities Alpine Flowers of Tohoku Malcome Larcens Japan is full of great hiking tails all over the country. It's a great way to explore the less crowded part of the country and..
24 Activities Late Spring in Japan Elena Lisina In late spring, flower festivals are not only held all over Japan but you can also relax on the coast, as well as visit a number..
16 Culture Early Spring in Japan Elena Lisina In early spring, festivals of snow, plum blossom and the Hina-matsuri girls holiday are held in Japan. At this time, you can admire..
9 Culture Doll Museums of Japan Elena Lisina Dolls occupy a special place in the culture and art of Japan. You can get acquainted with different types of traditional dolls in..
6 Culture Tono Historical Museum Alena Eckelmann History buffs and those into folklore will enjoy a visit to Tono, a small town in Iwate Prefecture. This town is the setting of..
13 Culture Umbrellas in Japan Elena Lisina Traditional Japanese umbrellas have an interesting history. After being introduced from China, the umbrella has undergone various..