9 Meiji-Jingū Imogen Riethmuller Visit Tokyo’s popular Meiji-Jingū to see a Shinto shrine. Meiji-Jingū is both architecturally impressive and culturally signif..
10 Tokyo in the Rain Imogen Riethmuller Tokyo may have a hot and humid summer, but late June and early July are also the rainy season. The rain offers an opportunity to..
10 Culture Narita-san Park Imogen Riethmuller Escape the crowds of Naritasan Temple by stepping into Naritasan Park (Narita-san Kōen). In summer, the park was beautiful, wi..
Culture Naritasan Shinshōji Temple Imogen Riethmuller The Naritasan Temple is well worth a visit, and not just for those filling in time while waiting for a plane. The temple groun..
Accommodation Hotel Crown Palais, Aomori Imogen Riethmuller Enjoy the excellent hospitality of the friendly staff at Hotel Crown Palais in Aomori, situated right in the heart of Aomori C..
18 Iwate Kōen, Morioka Imogen Riethmuller A photographic look at Iwate Kōen, the site of the former Morioka Castle. The park is filled with vivid colours in the summer.
25 The Tanesashi Coast Promenade Imogen Riethmuller Spend a few hours strolling along the Tanesashi Coast Promenade in Hachinohe. Follow the Promenade over rugged cliffs, smooth beaches..
22 Aoi Umi Kōen: Sights and Sunsets Imogen Riethmuller Enjoy a summer day stroll around Aoi Umi Kōen in Aomori City. Beautiful, clear skies during the day and spectacular sunsets in..