12 Shopping The Juunishi of the Japanese Zodiac Elena Lisina Each year in Japan, ceramic figurines of that year's juunishi zodiac symbol are sold.
Culture The Zelkova Trees of Seikei University Sleiman Azizi The 100-year old zelkova trees of Seikei University in Kichijoji, Tokyo, were listed as part of the 100 Soundscapes of Japan, an effort to combat noise
16 Spirituality of Mitsumine Shrine in Chichibu Cathy Cawood Mitsumine Jinja is a large and beautiful Shinto shrine in the Chichibu Mountains. It is an easy day trip from Tokyo and is dedicated to wolf spirits.
9 Activities The Vine Bridges of Iya Valley Susann Schuster The beautiful vine bridges of Iya Valley on Shikoku Island.
14 Culture Zodiac Statues at a Buddhist Temple Cathy Cawood Cute statues representing each animal of the Chinese Zodiac at a temple in Machida.
Culture Working a Winter Season in Niseko Kylie Plester Working a Ski Season in Niseko is an amazing experience that anyone who loves to ski or ride should do and how to find a job.
Food Public Bath Converted into a Cafe Sarah Chaney In the century since Sagano-yu was built as a public bath in 1923, it had been a popular spot for the locals.
Accommodation A Unique Black Thunder Stay in Aichi Kim Bergström Jun 7, 2022 For Black Thunder fans, there is a unique hotel room collaboration taking place at the Hotel Associa Toyohashi in Aichi Prefecture.
