Culture
The Japanese Sword Museum
The Japanese Sword Museum is a center for preserving historical weapons and supporting the continuing tradition of turning iron..
Culture
Matsuri Tsukuba
Matsuri Tsukuba is the science city's end of summer festival, August 25th and 26th. See massive nebuta floats, try local and..
Culture
Tsuchiura’s Kura Storehouses
Tsuchiura City’s preserved Edo Period storehouses are grouped around the former Mito Kaido post road. Open to the public free ..
Culture
Iwatsuki Doll History Museum
Iwatsuki Ward, Saitama City has a centuries-long history of doll manufacturing. Two museums and many doll showrooms in Iwatsuki..
Food
Ashitaba Everything
Ashitaba, a relative of the carrot, is widely grown in the southern part of the Kanto region and the Izu Islands. It's an extremely..
Food
Jersey Cafe
The Jersey Cafe serves coffee, tea, sweets and dairy products from the Hachijo Dairy Industry, a company that grazes Jersey cattle..
Food
The Life Dining Bar
The Life dining bar and craft beer hall open all day, is right outside the south exit of Kashiwa Station and has a prime view of..
Accommodation
Galaxy Guest House, Ginga Sou
Galaxy Guest House, Ginga Sou, is a quiet retreat on Hachijojima, a sub-tropical island in the Izu Islands chain. Located on the..
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Iwatsuki Doll History Museum
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The Origin of the Tea Ceremony
Gary LuscombeA look at the surprising history of the Japanese Tea Ceremony. We will also explore some of the more off the beaten path places..
Activities
Kamikochi – The Japanese Alps
Geraldine BuergelUseful information on the Mt. Yakedake hike as a day-trip including a brief description of the trail as well as the infrastructure..
Culture
Konjoin Temple
Sleiman AziziAlong with BBQs, trout ponds and obstacle courses, Shimizu Koen is home to Konjoin Temple. First established in 1398, the temple..
Culture
The First Emperor of Japan
Gary LuscombeFollowing in the footsteps of Emperor Jimmu as he made his way across Japan to found the first Empire. He faced many challenges..