16 Culture The Castles of Japan Elena Lisina few opportunities to visit castles, the five that I did explore gave me... Many original castles were lost in wars and fires, and later in government
Culture The Tea Ceremony in Japan Alessio Pompeo Sen no Rikyū is undoubtedly the most important figure when it comes to... his philosophy is based are: • Wa (Harmony): Balance between the guest, host
Culture Harvest Your Own Pearls Bryan Baier This was the most intriguing bit of travel advice I received on my first... sea urchins, colorful fish, and other sea life visible around us made me
Food Starbucks Kanetsuki Street Kawagoe Lynda Hogan One of Japan's most beautiful Starbucks is in Kawagoe, right by Kawagoe's famous bell tower landmark.
Culture Tokyo to Fukui Veronica Carnevale Join me on an adventure through Tokyo and Fukui, and discover some of Japan’s best kept secrets.
6 Culture Ishibei Koji Lane in Kyoto Gloria Ticconi I was literally lost in the narrow and traditional alleys of this town,... of a movie about ancient Japan, and Ishibei Koji Lane is the one that most
Activities Southern Japan's Natural Heritage Featured few months ago, I had the chance to join a 5-day trip to some of the most... alarm to sound since it will signal the start of a trip to some of the most
Accommodation Hotel Ohruri, Kusatsu Peter Sidell As one of Japan's most popular hot spring resorts, Kusatsu has the... My room cost just ¥6750 for the night, including both breakfast and dinner