Activities Tochigi Science Museum, Utsunomiya Stacy Kurokawa Wander along paved paths; discover a wind park, water park, ride-on vehicle park, bird forest, water plant garden and play par..
Food A La Bonne Maman, Kanuma, Tochigi Stacy Kurokawa I live in Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture. At Christmas time, I yearn for the feeling of home. A warm kitchen. Conversation around..
Activities Tochigi Central Park Stacy Kurokawa My friend had her wedding ceremony in this park. I often come across people painting the scenery of the park, or taking photos of..
Area Utsunomiya Utsunomiya, city of festivals, gyoza, cocktails, ohya stone, blossoms and romance is best experienced on foot or by bicycle. So, where to go, what to see? Let’s start with Utsunomiya Castle..
Food Far East Kitchen, Utsunomiya Stacy Kurokawa At Utsunomiya's Far East Cafe, the staff smiles, and the desserts and shaved ice (kaki gori) made our visit delightful.
Culture Suntory Kyoto Brewery Stacy Kurokawa How is beer made? What makes Suntory special? Even if you don't understand Japanese, touring and tasting will give you a good..
Food Kazan Stonebowl Ramen, Utsunomiya Stacy Kurokawa Kazan is a chain restaurant. The name, Kazan, means volcano. At Kazan, your ramen cooks right in front of you in a heated ston..
Activities Motegi Michi no Eki Stacy Kurokawa Michi no Eki, or Japanese road stations, have become quite popular. In Motegi, Tochigi Prefecture, find good ice-cream, see the..