Culture The "White Rock" of Shiroishi City Justin Velgus The city name of Shiroishi City in Miyagi Prefecture literally translates to "White Rock". While it is to be expected that there..
Culture 👽 Japan’s “UFO” Style Traffic Signals to Go “Lights... Justin Velgus Around the early 1980s some narrow residential intersections in Japan were equipped with uniquely-shaped traffic signals affectionally..
Activities Sakanamachi Park in Sendai Justin Velgus Sakanamachi Park is a small park located in central Sendai steps away from the shopping arcades. It is ideal for relaxing with a..
10 Activities A Foggy Autumn Day at Aizuwakamatsu Castle Justin Velgus Tsuruga Castle (鶴ヶ城), also known as Aizu-Wakamatsu Castle (会津若松城 ) is a popular sightseeing location in Aizuwakamatsu ..
Food "Tomiyado" Tourism Exchange Center in Tomiya City, ... Justin Velgus "Tomiyado" (とみやど) is a tourism exchange center in Tomiya City, Miyagi Prefecture that opened in mid-2021. It is located ju..
Food "Cross B Plus" Restaurant in Sendai Justin Velgus "Cross B Plus" is a casual restaurant located at the historic intersection of "Basho no Tsuji" in central Sendai. It features projection..
Shopping Shimanuki Souvenir and Kokeshi Shop Justin Velgus "Kokeshino Shimanuki" is a souvenir shop in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture which specializes in kokeshi dolls. Access via a 10-minute..
Culture Sendai’s “For Love Or Money” Shrine Justin Velgus Nonaka Shrine is hidden among towering modern buildings in the downtown area of Sendai. People pray here for matchmaking and success..