9 Culture Ryuko-ji Temple in Matsumoto Peter Sidell In the middle of Matsumoto in central Japan's Nagano prefecture, Ryuko-ji is a small, charming Buddhist temple, home to some..
7 Culture Higashi Chaya District Avery Choi Higashi Chaya District is a picturesque area with cobblestone alleyways and traditional wooden architectures of the Edo period.
9 Shopping Takahashi Ameya Avery Choi Takahashi Magozaemon first opened its door in 1624 and has been selling traditional Japanese confectioneries on the streets of Joetsu..
6 Food Tengoku Cafe Brad Stephens Enjoy hot pancakes and cold drinks with your family and friends at Tengoku Cafe located in Asakusa.
7 Activities Joshuyuno Lake Dorothee Tsunoda Go to Joshuyuno Lake following a great alternative route to Kusatsu or Chatsubomi-goke Moss Park. It is an interesting place and..
10 Culture Sunset Over Lake Shinji Avery Choi The sublime sunset at Lake Shinji in Matsue, Shimane, is a masterpiece of the nature. The locals call it the "Colours of Shimane"...
6 Food Coffee Addict and Rubino Sherilyn Siy At this groovy cafe, you can have your coffee and cake and also buy the gorgeous handcrafted cups, saucers and plates they're..
11 Culture Satoyama Art Zoo Kim Want to see a host of animals in a natural environment? The Satoyama Art Zoo shows off a range of creatures, great and small - albeit..