Culture
Nagasaki Lantern Festival 2026
Nagasaki rings in the Chinese New Year with a two week cultural celebration.
Transportation
Guide to Japan Train Passes
A general guide to rail passes that can be used in Japan's major cities.
Activities
Hiking Along the Oirase Stream
The Oirase Stream in Aomori Prefecture offers easy day hiking in a pristine forest setting.
Culture
Arita Ceramics Fair 2025
The town of Arita, the birthplace of porcelain in Japan, holds an annual ceramics fair during Golden Week.
Culture
Spider Lilies at Saihoji
Saihoji is not one of Yokohama's better known temples. But it's worth visiting in late September, when a variety of multi-colored..
Food
Cafe Kaeru
Cafe Kaeru is a small cafe in northeastern Kamakura that serves healthy lunches and drinks. The cafe garden is a highlight, and..
Culture
The Sweet Soul of Wakayama
A journey through the trails, guesthouses, temples and shrines of Mount Koya in Wakayama Prefecture. Our guide gives you the lowdown..
Activities
Exploring Western Tokyo
Higashi Murayama, in western Tokyo, is one of the Tama region's undiscovered areas. Those willing to take the time to explore..
Gallery
Nagasaki Lantern Festival
Nagasaki
Arita Ceramics Fair
Saga
Yamaga Winter Lantern Festival
Kumamoto
Hina Festival Opening Parade
Fukuoka
Aso Fire Festival
Kumamoto
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Culture
Experience Rural Tourism in Otawara
With great anticipation, we took the Tohoku Shinkansen from Tokyo to Ohtawara.