9 Culture Omotesando Architecture Nicole Bauer Architectural highlights in Omotesando, Tokyo—much more than just a shopping street. A photographic overview of the highlights.
9 Culture Become Charmed by Daiyuzan Saijoji Temple Nicole Bauer Daiyuzan Saijoji Temple in Kanagawa is one of the most inspiring temple grounds I've been to. Tucked away in a lush forest,..
7 Cherry Blossoms at Chidorigafuchi Nicole Bauer Chidorigafuchi, the moat around the Imperial Palace in Tokyo is surely one of the prime spots for hanami (cherry blossom viewing)..
7 Shopping In Photos: Setagaya Boro-Ichi Flea Market Nicole Bauer This wonderful atmospheric flea market in western Tokyo takes place only twice a year, on 15th and 16th December and on 15th and..
8 Activities Hanegi Park, Umegaoka Nicole Bauer Hanegi Park, a small public park in western Tokyo, is a prime spot for plum blossom viewing.
Culture Traditional Ainu Dance 2024 Mid Jun The Daisetsuzan Mountain Festival in Asahidake Onsen takes place every year around the middle of June and is meant to be the official..
Food Yakitori Sumika, Kutchan Nicole Bauer Sumika in Kutchan, Niseko area, is a cozy little yakitori place with a homely atmosphere. The best minced chicken skewers I've..
8 Activities Shiretoko Goko Lakes Nicole Bauer The Shiretoko Peninsula in the northeastern corner of Hokkaido is one of the wildest and most remote areas in Hokkaido, probably..