Culture The Eight Tea Regions of Shizuoka Samuel Richards Shizuoka Prefecture might be famous for its stunning views of Mount Fuji and Suruga Bay, but did you know that it is Japan's largest producer of green
Culture 5 of Japan's Best Beverage Museums Kim Bergström Alongside many of Japan's food-based museums, there are a host of them dedicated to beverages, too.
6 Culture The Cherry Blossoms of Seiseki-Sakuragaoka Lily Seiseki-sakuragaoka is an area in Tama City, Tokyo famous for being the setting for the Ghibli animated film, Whisper of the Heart.
Culture The Origin of the Tea Ceremony Gary Luscombe A look at the surprising history of the Japanese Tea Ceremony.
Culture My Favorite Places of Japan: Gardens Elena Lisina Gardens can be found on the grounds of temples and shrines as well as on special dedicated sites.
Culture A Student’s Budget Guide to Tokyo Jane Pipkin A short guide for students who want to explore Tokyo and its different attractions but are on a budget.
Culture A Day in Tokyo's Sumida Ward Fiona Yoshitake A sample itinerary for a day out in Sumida, Tokyo.