Planning Toyama: Top 10 Things to Do Kim Bergström Sitting on the Sea of Japan coastline, Toyama Prefecture is known for its natural beauty, traditional arts and crafts, and variety..
Culture Monet and Friends Alive 2025 Jan 4th - Mar 30th 2024 marked the 150th anniversary of the first Impressionist exhibition in Paris, which was a moment in history that changed t..
Transportation All Aboard the One Piece Shinkansen Kim Bergström Jan 5, 2025 This year, One Piece fans visiting Japan will have a new way to experience the world of the Straw Hat Pirates—with the launch ..
Activities 7 Sakura Spots Outside Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto Kim Bergström To avoid overtourism and experience a more tranquil side of Japan, it’s well worth exploring some lesser-known sakura viewing ..
Culture Owara Kaze no Bon 2025 Sep 1st - Sep 3rd The Owara Kaze-no-Bon Festival is held every year from September 1st to 3rd in Yatsuo, Toyama Prefecture, and originated around..
Planning Toyama, Osaka Named on New York Times 2025 Travel List Kim Bergström Jan 12, 2025 Toyama and Osaka were both named on the New York Times "52 Places to Go" list for 2025, and these destinations provide a wealth..
Culture Japan’s Fastest-Growing Travel Destinations Kim Bergström Jan 6, 2025 According to Agoda's recent New Horizons report, Matsuyama City in Ehime Prefecture has emerged as the top growing international..
Activities World Athletics Championships 2025 Sep 13th - Sep 21st From September 13th to 21st, Tokyo will host the 20th edition of the World Athletics Championships at the Japan National Stadium...