10 Shikoku Temples #18 and #19 Justin Velgus Trekking the 18th (Onzan-ji) and 19th (Ritsue-ji) temples of the 88 temple pilgrimage in Shikoku. There is a rest station at Ritsue-ji..
Culture Visiting the Kokeshi Temple Justin Velgus A simple temple in the Tsuchiyu Onsen, Fukushima hot spring town hides the secrets of Buddhism, kokeshi dolls, and ritual by fire...
Shopping Midette Fukushima Products in Tokyo Justin Velgus MIDETTE antenna shop in Tokyo offers the best of Fukushima products under one roof, with an amazing sake selection. Weekly events,..
Planning Sendai Tourism Service in Tokyo Justin Velgus Sendai Tourism Information Center now offers free consultation via Skype from TOKYO TIC.
10 Culture Shikoku Pilgrimage: Temple No. 20 Justin Velgus Around the 20th and 21st temples of the Shikoku temple pilgrimage are a number of pilgrim paths. It seems there is an ancient road..
Culture Sendai Violin and Piano Competition Justin Velgus May 23, 2016 The Sendai International Music Competition has returned to Sendai with its popular violin and piano performances 21 May-June 26.
Beauty & Spa Using the Akiu Day Trip Hot Springs Justin Velgus The hot spring resort Akiu outside Sendai has a number of day trip plan options. Access and how to tips here.
Culture Golden Pharaohs and Pyramids Exhibit Justin Velgus Apr 28, 2016 From April 22 (Fri) to June 26 (Sun), Sendai City Museum is hosting the Golden Pharaohs and Pyramids Exhibit.