43 Culture The Charm of Small Towns Elena Lisina Small towns in the mountains or the seaside allow to learn more and to get a fuller image of Japan as a country. Such places give..
Culture Memorials to Tokugawa Ieyasu Elena Lisina Travelling gives a lot of opportunities to learn new things. The memorials to Tokugawa Ieyasu in Nikko and Tokyo are important places..
Accommodation APA Hotel Tokyo Shiomi Ekimae Elena Lisina APA Hotel Shiomi Ekimae has a good location and features a wonderful public bath as well as a restaurant and all the modern facilities..
Culture Three Days in Kyoto - Day 1 Elena Lisina The view of Kinkakuji as a floating in water temple was incredible. Soaking up the peaceful atmosphere of the Kamo River and the..
18 Culture Kyoto Imperial Park Elena Lisina Kyoto Imperial Park is a good place for a break with the family, or some jogging or cycling.
29 Activities Golden Hours Elena Lisina Sunset is one of the most beautiful and impressive state of nature and is much appreciated by the Japanese. That admiration is reflected..
27 Culture Amazing Woodwork in Japan Elena Lisina Good samples of traditional architecture and decorations can still be found in Japan, particularly in the northern areas. The art..
15 Culture Shinto Shrine Ema Elena Lisina Ema are wooden plaques used for writing wishes or prayers to the deity of a Shinto shrine. Hung on special boards, ema can be purchased..
